Study hard, get good grades, get into college. In an increasingly competitive society where acceptance rates of top colleges dip into the single digits, this is the formulaic path with which my generation is perceived to be obsessed. Many of us are seen as “grade-grubbers,” vessels of human beings who study robotically with the sole goal of gaining acceptance to prestigious universities. While it may be true that students worry about their success in school — myself included — this doesn’t detract from our genuine desire to make the world a better place.
At this Model United Nations conference, I had the opportunity to explore the world’s issues in depth and develop solutions through discussions with passionate, like-minded peers. It was one of the most inspiring experiences of my life. My generation is faced with a diverse array of pressing problems. We will tackle these challenges head-on and overcome them, not because we went to top colleges, but because we are energetic and driven individuals who truly care about our world.
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