Essay Questions

What is your most memorable childhood experience?At age thirteen I had the privilege of representing my home city in the World Pee Wee Hockey Championships. Playing on such a grand stage, in front of 12,000 + fans, was like nothing I'd ever experienced.
What immediate family member do you closely identify with and why?I most closely identify with my twin brother, who has always been my best friend. I may know him better than be knows himself (I acknowledge this is somewhat of a cliché, but I believe it to be true), and I have always admired him for his mental fortitude, creativity, and interpersonal skills.
What character traits do you admire in an individual?I most admire honesty and integrity; qualities that I believe have become increasingly scarce in recent years, given the proliferation of social media and America's tumultuous political climate. Though I do believe all citizens should have a platform, I would also submit that 'recreational activism', without a well-defined political agenda, almost entirely belies these traits. However, I do believe there are virtuous individuals out there who set out to create true change, and make a real contribution to the discourse.
What is the funniest thing ever to happen to you?While competing in the 200m at a local track and field event my track shoe broke apart, forcing me to finish the race barefoot and ultimately out of contention. I could not help but have a giggle with my coach. Not much I could do about that!
If time and money were not an issue, where would you travel and why?I would love to travel the north coast of the Mediterranean someday, through Spain, France, and Italy. I've heard the beaches are beautiful, and nothing beats French cuisine.
When and if you ever have children, what would you like to pass on to them?To my children I would say this: we may not necessarily have a pre-ordained purpose in life, but not seeing to it that you absolutely maximize your potential, with the unique gifts you have, borders on immoral.