Episode 3 – Secret Origins and College Personal Statement Essays

Objectives
• Discuss the concept of the secret origin
• Discuss some common elements in personal statements

Agenda
1. It was my fault!
2. What is the basis for a secret origin?
3. Creating successful college personal statements/writing samples

HW
• Contextualize “If you strike me down, I shall become more powerful than you could possibly imagine…” within the realm of education