The rise of the "trauma essay" in college applications | Tina Yong
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The Burden of Trauma in College Applications
This chapter delves into the troubling trend of using personal trauma in college application essays, especially among immigrant students and minorities. It critiques the pressure to highlight struggles for acceptance, examining the psychological burden on applicants and its implications for equity in the admissions process.
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