Essay Questions

What is your most memorable childhood experience?Travelling to South America and Patagonia with my mother. We backpacked around the country and experienced the wilderness of Chile, the incredible cuisine and the beautiful culture. I was also fortunate to travel to many other regions of the world while growing up, the experiences of which have been immensely beneficial in my life.
What immediate family member do you closely identify with and why?I identify the most with my male cousin. We are around the same age and are able to discuss travel, finances and personal goals. We also just enjoy a good laugh together. We once took a month-long road trip of the Californian coast and had the most fulfilling time.
What character traits do you admire in an individual?I admire honesty, adventurism, intelligence and humor. These traits are not only those which I pride myself on displaying, but I also think they make for a well-rounded personality that brings joy and optimism to society.
What is the funniest thing ever to happen to you?My life is filled with so many random moments of humor and laughter that it is difficult to pinpoint a specific moment. I would have to say it was getting lost in the South African mountains. My family was on a hike and took the wrong turn, which ended up taking us on an 8-hour hike through the bush, while this would typically be concerning, the scenery was so incredible that we couldn't stop laughing and had a great time.
If time and money were not an issue, where would you travel and why?Machu Picchu has been at the top of my bucket list for as long as I can remember. That or the commercial space flights that take passengers up to orbit. It would be incredible to view the planet as a small blue dot against a black backdrop of space.
When and if you ever have children, what would you like to pass on to them?My intelligence, athleticism, adventurism and compassion.