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ECONOMICS, CHINA & ASIA PACIFIC STUDIES; Cornell college of arts and sciences


wongxy 14 / 53  
Dec 22, 2008   #1
Prompt: Describe your intellectual interests, their evolution, and what makes them exciting to you. Tell us how you will utilize the academic programs in the College of Arts and Sciences to further explore your interests, intended major, or field of study.

I want to study economics, but frankly, it is not my favourite subject. I have always appreciated geography much better because I like learning about nature. I take pleasure in gazing at the geographical features around me, and indulging in these peaceful moments that others normally neglect due to their hectic lifestyles. On the other hand, economics boils everything down to logic and numbers, devoid of life and emotions.

Yet, no matter how cold the subject sounds, I cannot deny its importance in today's world. Having witnessed the mess the global economy is currently in, we have to acknowledge that the impact of a deteriorating economy is more problematic and immediate than that of climate change. If people have to be concerned with their day-to-day survival, hardly anyone would bother about saving the earth nor would they have the resources to do so.

Economics may not be interesting, but its application in the future is. When the dust of this crisis settles, economists worldwide will be playing a whole new ball game. Then, it is up to these new-age economists to inject vibrancy into the world's economy. I like challenges, which is why I would like to major in economics at Cornell. I believe that the rigor of the courses offered, and the critical thinking infused in lessons would shape me to become an economist who can truly paint a picture of the future for people. Economics can be studied anywhere, but it is the way that it is taught by the professors at Cornell that differentiates an average economist from an exceptional one who can potentially work along Wall Street.

Besides, I intend to pursue another major in China and Asia-Pacific studies, or minor in earth and atmospheric sciences. I am glad that Cornell encourages this because that will allow me to study what I am most interested in and what is most relevant in future. Only then can I have a clearer understanding of how different fields link with one another. I am also keen on Cornell's programs to study abroad because I want to experience the lifestyle and education system of various parts of the world. The idea of developing each individual in terms of breadth appeals to me as I feel the need to explore the wealth of knowledge in world as much as we can.

I treat the various academic programs offered by Cornell as opportunities for me not to only grow in terms of expertise, but also as a person. That is because I feel that when we grow as an individual, we are able to put more things into perspective, better understand how the world works, and appreciate more of what we learn. The programs are the keys for me to unlock doors that will lead me to uncover more doors and secret passageways in life, as well as in my field of study.

All I need now is access to these keys.

Comments please :)
thejoymovement 1 / 5  
Dec 22, 2008   #2
well i think you should really consider rephrasing the first sentence :\ cos i guess you'll be competing with so many people who absolutely love love love econs that saying 'I want to study economics, but frankly, it is not my favourite subject.' is not the wisest thing..? hmm but take my opinion with a pinch of salt coz im not *too* familiar with the admissions too..
OP wongxy 14 / 53  
Dec 22, 2008   #3
Hmm yeah I did consider your point. Thing is I was thinking along the lines of since everyone will say they love econs, so I wanted to take the risk and start with something that would differ from the rest. But I'm not sure whether they'll read that first sentence and throw the essay away, or continue reading it.

Maybe I should say "Econs may not be my favourite subject, but I still want to study it." Does that sound more positive?
thejoymovement 1 / 5  
Dec 22, 2008   #4
its a much better way of putting it.. but i started my why penn essay with ' My greatest dream is to study literature in school like Penn.' but its your final say ^^
CTToner1123 3 / 24  
Dec 22, 2008   #5
Cornell really looks for a kid who wants to go to their school and is devoted to their programs. I don't if I would start off an essay describing your subject of choice and say how you're not sure if you really want it. It doesn't read well. I would not take that risk because it didn't really translate well. I didn't see it as a risk. I think you should reword it and focus on how you love economics and how something in your life got you interested.
EF_Kevin 8 / 13,321 129  
Dec 22, 2008   #6
I want to study economics, but frankly, it is not my favorite subject. I have always appreciated geography much more because I like learning about nature. I take pleasure in gazing at the geographical features around me, and indulging in these peaceful moments that others normally neglect, due to their hectic lifestyles. On the other hand, economics boils everything down to logic and numbers, devoid of life and emotions.

I also intend to pursue another major in China and Asia-Pacific studies, or minor in earth and atmospheric sciences.

I am glad that Cornell encourages this because it will allow me to study what I am most interested in and what is most relevant to our future.

The idea of developing each individual in terms of breadth appeals to me as I feel the need to explore the wealth of knowledge of the world as much as I can.

That is because I feel that when we grow as individuals, we are able to put more things into perspective, better understand how the world works, and appreciate more of what we learn.

:)

Kevin
OP wongxy 14 / 53  
Dec 22, 2008   #7
Alright. I think I'll reword my essay then. Thanks. :)


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