Physics Applicant
Male · White · Rural Oregon · Public School
🏷️ Possibly Geographic Location of Residence
Income: ~100K
AP Exams Taken
- Founded a 501(c)(3) Organization/Charitable to Assist Separated Families Return HomeThis organization has helped approximately 600 families from around the United States and the process is streamlined through the creation of an online interface.
- TEDx Translator/Group LeaderTranscribed speeches/videos into and from Mandarin, oversaw translators, and reported to oversight committees.
- Stanford University: The Frontier of Physics Summer Science InstituteLearned alongside intelligent peers, presented Quantum Field Theory research to professionals, and calculated the Compton Scattering Effect Equation.
- Chinese Culture Outreach Club (President)Organized individual programs, talks, and festivals centered on Chinese culture to integrate it into the local society.
- Soochow University's Confucius Institute Study Abroad ProgramAccepted but canceled due to COVID-19; disappointed to not have analyzed language developmental patterns and led diplomatic meetings between students of differing nationalities.
- Independent Researcher and Publisher of Fuel Cell Electrolysis: An Inquiry into the Prospects of Electrolysis through a Scientific LensBuilt an operating carbon-neutral electrolyzer, studied how catalysts affect the process of electrolysis, and summarized findings in a 29-page report.
- Studied Sichuanese and Confucian Philosophy and EthicsTaught myself to read Sichuanese to read original Confucian works.
- Supply Coordinator/Cashier at a local organic produce standCoordinated supply logistics with organic/sustainably farmed produce, assisted customers in product selection, and helped raise livestock.
- Adventure Bike Rider/OrganizerOrganized and maintained bikes for various long-distance bike trips.
- ★AP Scholar with Distinction
- ★State Community Outreach Recognition Award
- ★Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi Award
- ★Frontier to Physics Science Institute Presentation Award
- ★School Winner Pin, American Mathematics Competition, AMC 12B
Essay Topics
Discussed the events that led to the creation of the 501(c)(3) organization, using a metaphor comparing himself to calligraphy ink and Chinese characters.
Discussed dumplings and the power of language in connecting cultures.
Talked about love of tinkering and building contraptions, tying in with electrolysis research.
- Harvard University
- Performance/Outcome: Felt this interview was the best in terms of connecting with the interviewer.
- Dartmouth College
- Performance/Outcome: Had the least in common with the interviewer; productive conversations.
- Princeton University
- Performance/Outcome: Initially felt it was the worst performance but later realized there was a good connection.
- Yale University
- Performance/Outcome: Distinguished interviewer; provided helpful information regarding life in the residential college system.
- University of Pennsylvania
- Performance/Outcome: Nicest interviewer; connected over pop culture and outdoor winter sports.
AP Physics Teacher
Over the past three years, cultivated a close teacher/student relationship that allowed for a nuanced recommendation.
College Chinese Teacher
Had been in her classes for two years during the COVID-19 pandemic; spoke to love of learning and expanding language horizons.
Stanford Frontier to Physics Mentor
Highlighted thoroughness of submitted work, collaboration with peers, and thought-provoking questions during the program.
Accepted (6)
Waitlisted (4)
Rejected (5)
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