There is a question in 2024 Application Season, which asks students how they see themselves connecting with the larger social and political life of the Society in which they live. Every year, I see that LOGOPHILES students Miserably Fail to answer this QUESTION. It was really very enlightening when a particular university asks this question in a most PROBING language. EVERY Student from now on will be REQUIRED by our class to write a response based on this. So, here is the QUESTION or the PROMPT. The accompanying IMAGE fully captures the ESSENSE of the question.
The Question / Prompt
In a world where disconnection
seems to often prevail, we are looking for students who embody the qualities of
bridge builders – students who can connect people, groups, and ideas to span
divides, foster understanding, and promote collaboration within a dynamic,
interconnected, and vibrant global academic community. We are eager to
understand how your experiences have prepared you to build the bridges of the
future. Please consider one or more or ALL of the following questions to write a 1000-word essay:
- What personal experiences or challenges have shaped you as a bridge builder?
- How have you been a bridge builder in your school, community, or personal life?
- What specific actions have you taken to build bridges between diverse groups, ideas, or cultures?
- How do you envision
being a bridge builder during your time at our university and beyond?
