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Essay Instructions: This is to be written in a 9th Grader's view as it is for the Columbia University Summer High School Student Program. The first course choice is College Prep Approaches to Reading and Writing. The back-up choice is physical sciences.

Personal statement (250-500 words) describing academic preparation, personal interests, and motivation for participating in an intensive academic program.

Attached please find a document that has a list of activities, special classes and things that seem appealing about the Summer program. It also has a 307 word personal statement draft that would be used as a template for this personal statement.
Please use this document in editing and writing the new personal statement.

Essay Instructions: I need a paper on "The Pulitzer Prize And Its Effect On Journalism." The paper should discuss the state of journalism in the generation before Pulitzer, with special mention of violence against newspapermen from Barbara Holland's "Gentlemen's Blood." Then it should include a brief biography of Pulitzer, followed by a discussion of how Pulitzer and Hearst created "Yellow Journalism" and how Yellow Journalism helped lead to the Spanish-American War. After that, it should discuss the creation of the Pulitzer Prize and the endowment of Columbia University. Then selecting several examples of Prize winners, show how these reflect journalistic core values of objectivity and public service. Please use the following sources:

joseph pulitzer, the Pulitzer Prize and Columbia school of journalism
Art Athens, Check It Out! Great Reporters on What It Takes to Tell the Story (New York: Fordham University Press, 2004).
Primary

Denis Brian, Pulitzer: A Life (Indianapolis: Wiley, 2001).
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Don C. Seitz, Joseph Pulitzer, His Life & Letters (New York: Simon & Schuster, 1924).
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James Boylan, Pulitzer's School: Columbia University's School of Journalism, 1903-2003 (Chicago: Columbia University Press, 2003).
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John Hohenberg, The Pulitzer Prize Story: News Stories, Editorials, Cartoons, and Pictures from the Pulitzer Prize Collection at Columbia University (New York: Columbia University Press, 1959).
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William David Sloan, Makers of the Media Mind: Journalism Educators and Their Ideas (New Jersey: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, 1990).
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Willam Randolph Hearst, Yellow Journalism and media relation to war
Ben Procter, William Randolph Hearst: The Early Years, 1863-191 (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1998).
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Frederic Hudson, Frank Luther Mott, Alfred McClung Lee, American Journalism, 1690-1940, Volume 6 (London: Routledge Press, 2000).
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H. C. Peterson, Propaganda For War: The Campaign Against American Neutrality, 1914-1917 (Norman, OK: University of Oklahoma Press, 1939).
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Hedrick Smith, The Media And The Gulf War (Santa Ana, CA: Seven Locks Press, 1992).
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John A. Lent, Animation, Caricature, and Gag and Political Cartoons in the United States and Canada: An International Bibliography (Santa Barbara, CA: Greenwood Press, 1994).
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Marcus M. Wilkerson, Public Opinion and the Spanish-American War: A Study in War Propaganda (Baton Rouge: Louisiana State University Press, 1932).
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Philip Seib, Headline Diplomacy: How News Coverage Affects Foreign Policy (Westport, CT: Praeger, 1997).
primary

Robert W. Desmond, The Press And World Affairs
(New York: D. Appleton-Century, 1937).
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Rodger Streitmatter, Mightier Than the Sword: How the News Media Have Shaped American History (Boulder, CO: Westview Press, 1997).
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W. Joseph Campbell, Yellow Journalism: Puncturing The Myths, Defining The Legacies (Westport, CT: Praeger, 2001).
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William V. Kennedy, The Military and the Media: Why the Press Cannot Be Trusted to Cover a War (Westport, CT: Praeger Publishers, 1993).
primary


early american journalsim
Barbara Holland, Gentlemen's Blood: A History Of Duelling (New York: Bloomsbury, 2004).
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George H. Douglas, The Golden Age of the Newspaper (Santa Barbara, CA: Greenwood Press, 1999).
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Ted Curtis Smythe, The Gilded Age Press, 1865-1900 (Westport, CT: Praeger, 2003).
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W. Joseph Campbell, The Year That Defined American Journalism (New York: Routledge, 2006).
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american journalism, histories and profiles
Barbara Belford, Brilliant Bylines: A Biographical Anthology Of Notable Newspaperwomen In America (Chicago: Columbia University Press, 1986).
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David H. Weaver and G. Cleveland Wilhoit, The American Journalist in the 1990s: U.S. News People at the End of an Era (Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, 1996).
primary

Donald A. Ritchie, American Journalists: Getting the Story (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1997).
primary

Eric Alterman, Sound and Fury: The Making of the Punditocracy (Ithaca, NY: Cornell University Press, 1999).
primary

Oswald Garrison Villard, Some Newspapers And Newspaper-Men (New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1923).
primary

Richard Digby-Junger and Jon L. Wakelyn, The Journalist As Reformer: Henry Demarest Lloyd And Wealth Against Commonwealth (Santa Barbara, CA: Greenwood Press, 1996).
secondary

Sam G. Riley, The American Newspaper Columnist (Westport, CT: Praeger, 1998).
primary



profiles of newspapers / media organizations

Bonnie Brennen, For the Record: An Oral History of Rochester, New York, Newsworkers (New York: Fordham University Press, 2001).
primary

Hy B. Turner, When Giants Ruled: The Story Of Park Row, New York's Great Newspaper Street (New York: Fordham University Press, 1999).
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Jerry M. Rosenberg, Inside the Wall Street Journal: The History and the Power of Dow Jones & Company and America's Most Influential Newspaper (New York: Macmillan Company, 1982).
secondary

Oliver Gramling and Henry C. Barrow, AP: The Story of News (New York: Farrar & Rinehart, 1940).
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Vincent Alabiso, Kelly Smith Tunney and Chuck Zoeller, Flash! The Associated Press Covers the World (New York: Harry N. Abrams, 1998).
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future of newspapers, online journalism
Clay Shirkey, "Newspapers and thinking the unthinkable," shirkey.com, http://www.shirky.com/weblog/2009/03/newspapers-and-thinking-the-unthinkable/ (Accessed 10/28/09).
primary

Jane B. Singer, "Who Are These Guys? The Online Challenge To The Notion Of Journalistic Professionalism," Journalism, Vol. 4, No. 2,(2003).
primary

Melissa Wall, "‘Blogs Of War': Weblogs As News," Journalism, Vol. 6, No. 2, (2005).
secondary

Online Journalism Blog, "Are These The Ten Most Popular Journalism Bloggers In America?," http://onlinejournalismblog.com/2007/12/10/are-these-the-ten-most-popular-journalism-bloggers-in-america/ (Accessed 10/29/09).
secondary

Susan Robinson, "The Mission Of The J-Blog: Recapturing Journalistic Authority Online," Journalism, Vol. 7, No. 1, (2006).
primary


journalism: moral, ethical and legal issues

Buzzflash.com, "The Myth Of Liberal Media Bias," http://www.buzzflash.com/perspectives/2002/Media_Bias.htm (Accessed on 10/28/09).
secondary

Charles W. Smith Jr., Public Opinion In A Democracy: A Study In American Politics (Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice-Hall, 1939).
primary

David D. Perlmutter, Photojournalism And Foreign Policy: Icons Of Outrage In International Crises (Westport, CT: Praeger, 1998).
secondary

James L. Aucoin, The Evolution Of American Investigative Journalism (Columbia, MO: University of Missouri Press, 2005).
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James S. Ettema and Theodore L. Glasser, Custodians Of Conscience: Investigative Journalism And Public Virtue (Chicago: Columbia University Press, 1998).
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Jim A. Kuyper, Press Bias And Politics: How The Media Frame Controverisal Issues (Westport, CT: Praeger Publishers, 2002).
primary

Julianne H. Newton, The Burden Of Visual Truth: The Role Of Photojournalism In Mediating Reality (New York: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, 2001).
secondary

Philip Seib, Campaigns And Conscience: The Ethics Of Political Journalism (Westport, CT: Praeger Publishers, 1994).
secondary

Robert Miraldi, Muckraking And Objectivity: Journalism's Colliding Traditions (Santa Barbara, CA: Greenwood Press, 1990).
secondary

Roy L. Moore, Mass Communication Law And Ethics (Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, 1999).
secondary

Shannon E. Martin and David A. Copeland, The Function Of Newspapers In Society: A Global Perspective (Westport, CT: Praeger Publishers, 2003).
primary

Steven R. Knowlton, Moral Reasoning For Journalists: Cases And Commentary (Westport, CT: Praeger, 1997).
secondary

William Coté and Roger Simpson, Covering Violence: A Guide To Ethical Reporting About Victims And Trauma (Chicago: Columbia University Press, 2000).

Essay Instructions: Please, develop and correct this essay in two pages.




M.S. Advanced Architectural Design
Columbia University
Office of Architecture Admissions

To the Admissions Committee.


Through the years of high school and college, my visual resources were plentiful and images were imprinted on my mind. Because as a son of an architect, my exposure to artistic forms and cultural designs began at early age. The decision to become an architect was natural and my passion for form and content was a constant motivation. The study of Architectural Engineering at HAN YANG University in Seoul, Korea broadened my knowledge base of theory, but in a short time I realized that my perspective was changing. I thought that I should have to be a designer. So I quitted from school, and I began to work at my father?s architecture firm. After working at the architecture firm, I have decided to be an architect as of designer and theorist, instead of engineer. My desire for a more creative approach led me to Southern California Institute of Architecture(SCI-Arc) where I successfully completed an Architecture Degree. I was, however, struggled to pursue a course of study at SCI-Arc. When I first started my studies in architecture at SCI-Arc, I did not have much knowledge in the field. As time passed and the course work began to increase in difficulty, I thought of quitting many times and felt that I was not qualified. Due to these emotions, I once contemplated whether or not to change my career choice. But I overcame this matters through my effort, finally I completed the couses. After graduation, I began to work at Architecture firm as a chief designer and partner to experience real architectural works. Not only I participated in several projects, but also I engaged in a couple of projects as a chief designer. However, I realized that I really wanted to create computer-generated architecture which is progressive and experimental. Because, The Computer Age has dawned on us almost undiscernibly and prematurely, and I am yet barely to fully understand it?s potential. It was my intention to be admitted into the master of Architecture at Pratt where I am enrolling at this time. I began to study at Pratt Institute with believing which the computer as media for long-distance design collaboration, visualizing negative space as a problem?solving strategy, requirements for code compliance software, and a graphic grammar system that generates designs for human interpretation has become a great inspiration to architects and artists. When I think of presenting architectural design with unique media, especially in digital representation, my enthusiasm is heightened. The intensity I feel is captivating and inspires me to share the interpretations of architecture and digital media that I envision. As an architect?s tool, it supports design metaphors, progress in the digital representation of design knowledge. So, I believe that digital technology provides much more freedom to create architecture and opportunities to meet art, science, and diverse culture than I expected. However, many disappointments were met while working at Pratt Institute. Not only instructor did not provide me to have a freedom to do experimental architecture but also there were not enough experts who are specialized in a certain area. I still deeply challenged to the interpretations of architecture and digital media.

To be a prominent architect, I have realized that merit alone is not going to motivate me to success; I must study to improve my knowledge and understanding. I have chosen to continue my studies at Columbia to gain advanced design. It will not be an easy task to start again. However, my interests are based on the cross-linking of architectural designs and representation in digital imaging. I anticipate a progressive approach to the issues in digital art as they relate to architecture to achieve my future goals. I would like to explore as many aspects of design methodology as possible, using digital media to produce works that are completely functional. To undertake a detailed investigation of the visual art forms and their impact on diverse digital media has not only been a challenge to me, but has also influenced my objective of creating new designs that can enhance abilities in developing communities. I plan to take full advantage of form and space to advance entire communities around the world. Although this may sound a bit ambitious for young architect, developing potential beings with the first step. I believe that your international focus and openness toward non-traditional genres will offer the support needed for the entire journey.

And also I think that the greatest benefit of going to New York is its intellectually challenging environment as well as the people I will meet there. The resources of the school and its influence will be extremely crucial for providing new opportunities in my career. I believe that this is definitely the single most important benefit. I thrive on working, taking on challenges, and accepting responsibilities. I am more than ready for the challenge of graduate work at COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY, and I sincerely hope you offer me the opportunity.

Essay Instructions: I need a cover letter to add to my resume. I am applying for a position for National Geographic Student Expeditions around the world as a "Team Leader" and travel supervising high school students. A team leader needs to have vast experience on the assignment of the country's choosing, meaning Filmmaking or photography. The requirements for a team leader position are:
Our trip leaders are recent college graduates, graduate students, and educators ??" who must be able to motivate and energize students in a wide range of situations and settings. Due to the high degree of independence and responsibility granted, excellent personal leadership skills and the ability to handle multiple ongoing tasks are crucial. The expeditions require extensive close-up interaction with students; the ability to inspire, lead, mentor, counsel, and set limits are all very important.
Requirements for National Geographic Student Expeditions trip leaders:

a. College graduate
b. Proficient in the language(s) spoken in country
c. Spent time traveling/studying/living in the country
d. Extensive experience with one of the On Assignment specialties on which the program focuses.
e. Certified in Basic First Aid and CPR by the start of the program

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I include below a little auto-biography so you know why I really want this job, and how do I qualify for it. PLEASE I am putting in your hands the most important cover letter for me, as this job is really my gateway to my dream job. This is cover letter, so I know you can't put all of this information below, but this can give you a better picture of who I am, and why am I absolute perfect for this job. I include my resume as well as part of the additional resources i will be sending via email. I am paying for 2 pages because it is the minimum, of course, a cover letter can't be 2 pages, only 1, but I know I am giving a lot of information to write on one page, so I guess that's the challenge. I want to show that I am telling National Geographic what the company can do for me instead of what I can do for the them. As a second page, I would like to revise my resume in wording...if possible. The last paragraph should ask for an interview, say that I plan to follow up with a phone call, and thank them for considering me.
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Now, why do I want this position? Why do I qualify for it?
I don't know how to express this, but is it possible to want something more than what I can express by writing and verbally? I don't think it's possible. Ever since I was a young girl, I was fortunate enough that I traveled the world with my family and I only dreamed of the possibility of being able to work admiring such wonders, documenting perfection at it's best, and being able to do what I could to save a little of this world for our children and the future. Now, I thrive to get there, and I know that my love and desire for it is so great, that I won't stop until I get there. Why do I want it so badly? I have such a passion and devotion for animals around the world, for languages and cultures. To experience such a magical moment as touching an elephant for the first time, being fortunate to experience the amazing splendor of a sea turtle lay her eggs, watch a lioness spend time with her cubs, a kangaroo jumping through the outback, the intense feeling of watching a whale coming up for air or being able to be part of the great wonders of the great barrier reef. Be a small part for just a moment of such magical beauty, such mysteries would be a privilege. I live to dream of being able to see this again, and have my camera ready to tell their stories. Stories of courage, love, change, wonder, beauty and absolute perfection. Being able to share the stories with the world, and have new generations learn of the delicate balance this amazing world falls on, would be a feeling of accomplishing my life-long dream, what I answer when someone asks, "well, what do you want to do now with your life?" I have studied every country I have ever visited, learned their cultures and traditions, so one day I can re-visit them and have a plan to know ahead of time what do I need to fully submerge myself in them. Re-visiting the Great Barrier Reef, the Masai-Mara in Africa, experience the mysteries of the Galapagos Islands, the perfection of Machu-Pichu, Greece and Italy, and the uniqueness of Alaska, among many others.
As a puertorrican, I had the opportunity to learn all I could from our oceans, and began scuba diving and snorkeling at a young age discovering our oceans, and everything in them without any fear. Completed my high school years in NYC, and learned basic photography and created my first self-taught video of my favorite band, The Beatles. Here I discovered my tool to document the world, discovered the magic a camera was for me and my talent. As a college student I started my journey by studying Modern Languages, majoring in Italian as Italy has been a country we visited every year with my family and making me trilingual. Completed a student exchange on my sophomore year and lived in Urbino, Italy for 4 months making sure I discovered every corner of Italy I possibly could every weekend or every time I could. Met a vast number of amazing locals that became close friends, whom opened their doors for family dinners and time from their lives to take me to different places in Italy I did not know about, like San Marino and Rimini. I fell in love with this world. Fell in love with the desire and admiration they have for the world, for other countries and Italy itself. Visited different countries with my family where I spent a range from a month or more on each one. Traveled countries like France, Italy, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Sweden, Finland, Norway, Australia, Japan, China, New Zealand, South Pacific Islands, Africa, Cuba, Mexico, Peru, Ecuador, Canada and Alaska. In Australia (2005), China (2004) and Africa (2006) we traveled over a month visiting practically the entire country and connecting with their cultures.
Graduated with a BFA from American Inter Continental University. Took a Nikon Workshop in NYC called Fundamentals of Photography I & II, and learned everything I could to document through photographs every time I saw amazing people surrounded by their cultures like in Cuba, Africa and Europe. Continued to take pictures, and received a full-page mention on the Summer 2007 "Shutterbug Magazine" with a small autobiography of what I wanted to do, "National Geographic" and 3 of my photographs from Cuba, China and Africa. Began working as a photographer per-diem for the Marine Conservation of Culebra in Puerto Rico where I received 2 photographs published in PR's major newspaper "El Nuevo Dia", from an event of children being educated on the importance of coral reefs for our oceans. Created my first documentary, "Cities under the Sea"; a documentary for children and teenagers on coral reefs and the importance of protecting them. Made a major decision to submerge myself in the film world, with this as my goal, and applied to Columbia University's Film MFA Program. With my documentary and my story as my admission packet, I got in. While working on my MFA, I created a short film titled "Bricks" and written 3 feature-length scripts, one which is reviewed to be part of the 2011's Columbia University Film Festival. During my spring breaks, I attended different workshops, one being a Coral Reef Ecology Trip to Bermuda with Columbia's Environmental Group studying coral reef restoration techniques, and admiring their beauty through snorkeling trips. During my summers, I worked together with Culebra's first Ecology, self-sustained Middle & High school by teaching children on different techniques for Coral Restoration, studying mammals like Manatees, and teaching them about all the different animals, and ways to protect them. It was amazing. During the year, and as my full-time job, I worked (and still work) as a Residential Counselor at Silver Hill Hospital's Adolescent Program for adolescents ranging from 13 to 18 years old. I supervise and assist an average of 8 adolescents for 28-days on their daily needs, lead 2 treatment groups a day, assist in homework completion and family interactions with adolescents who are there for either Substance Abuse, Depression, Suicide Ideation, High Anxiety or difficulty with school. I supervise their proper ADL's every day, daily interactions, outings, completion of chores and manage day-to-day occurrences ranging from psychiatrist/medical emergencies to manageable assistance. I also frequently cover other Transitional Houses of Male and Women Substance Abuse where ages range from 18 to older. Why the change in career? I love working with teenagers. Love being part of their path to discovery of their own talents, and strength in recovery. Being able to teach them my knowledge, and watch them absorb the skills for 28-days or more, until they discharge full of hope and ready to embrace their worlds with head high. This is why I am fully capable of managing a group of young adults and adults, I do it on a daily basis for 3 years now. Nominated for Employee of the Month twice in 2010. Now I finished my coursework and thesis, and I graduate on May 2011 from my MFA at Columbia University. I am ready for my next step into my dream, and this is my path to reach it.

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