<p>what are they looking for. I have no idea how to start this essay. I mean what does a note to a roommate look like?</p>
<p>Dear Roomie,</p>
<p>I’m so excited to meet you! It’s crazy that we’re both finally here and I can’t wait to explore Stanford together.
- YOu know, in high school, my nickname was… (go into amusing story about something embarassing you did or some special thing about you)
- It’s amazing how everything in your life just comes together. I mean, two years ago I was… (talk about how you overcame something difficult)</p>
<p>You get the picture. Use the informal tone to express something about yourself that the judges won’t “get” from your other essays.
I talked about my crazy school spirit, weird study habits and all of the clubs I want to join if I get accepted. You have to almost paint it like you’re there and you’re giving your roomie a head’s-up as to what you’re like. This is a great, if not genius, substitute for the interview, so put your best foot forward, but do NOT try and laundry-list your achievements.</p>
<p>I thought that they would want to see your personality and/or humor.
I for one talked about how I wouldn’t leave my wet towels on the ground.</p>
<p>just tell them something that your application doesnt say about you already. the wet towel idea above is good … just dont go on about the things they can already see. be quirky. I told the about my secret culinary ardency and how i go off on tirades, creating a plethora of food at a mere whim.</p>
<p>its all up to you, whatever you write about, make sure its you</p>