[Ended] Webinar PS Topics + Admissions —Thurs, July 7th 9PM

David Busis

Hi 7Sagers,

On Thursday, July 7, at 9 p.m. EST, I’ll tell you everything I know about choosing a topic for your personal statement. I’ll give you prompts, explain some common mistakes, and show you a few examples.

The presentation will probably last about twenty minutes. After that, I’ll take questions about any aspect of the admissions process.

To join, just follow this link: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/283859861

Use your microphone and speakers (VoIP). A headset is recommended. You can also call in using your telephone:

1. Dial +1 (571) 317-3122.
2. Use the access code 283-859-861.
3. Use the audio PIN shown after joining the meeting.

We’ll use Citrix GoToMeeting. The meeting ID is 283-859-861.

Sprinkles

Another Webinar? What have I done to deserve this? I'll be there!

nessa.k13.0

Thank you so much for doing this!

aleun62

This is probably a silly question, but will this be recorded and uploaded for future reference or do we have to attend in order to hear the presentation and Q&A?

Sprinkles

@aleun62 said:
This is probably a silly question,

no such thing!
All webinars given by @david.busis will be recorded and uploaded for viewing in all the Admissions packages (from Starter to Ultimate+)
Check it out here: https://7sage.com/enroll-admissions/

emmmmmmm

Hi David,

In Canada, most schools only require applicants to submit a personal statement. Because of this, would you advise applicants in Canada to format their personal statement(s) differently? As we don't have the option of submitting a résumé, is it acceptable to put a stronger emphasis on work experience in a personal statement? Thanks.

J.Y. Ping

@montahar thanks for replying! A small correction - the actual webinar itself will NOT be uploaded. However, the content of the presentation will be available in the Admissions courses (all levels).

aleun62

@"J.Y. Ping" Thank you for clarifying!

David Busis

@emmmmmmm It depends on the actual question. Different prompts ask for different kinds of essays. But to clarify, it's always okay to talk about your work experience (even in the US), and never okay simply to list all the jobs you've done (even in Canada).

emmmmmmm

@david.busis Ok, thanks for the clarification.

Accounts Playable

I plan on being there!

kateoutdoors

First of all, thank you for hosting this webinar! The one specific question I have regards topic and general layout. Upon searching for examples I found the University of Chicago page that lists current student's letters. They are all anecdotal and tell stories, personal triumphs, etc. Rarely do they mention work experience or how they will use their specific skills to be successful in law school and beyond. Another source I found stated that letters which only include anecdotal stories or begin in the way the the UofC letters did, is wrong and appalling. So, which is valid? Starting a letter with a quirky story or personal introduction (Ex."I fell in love for the first time when I was four. That was the year my mother signed me up for piano lessons." from a student at UofC), or sticking to straight-forward facts about one's qualifications?

inactive

@kateoutdoors said:
First of all, thank you for hosting this webinar! The one specific question I have regards topic and general layout. Upon searching for examples I found the University of Chicago page that lists current student's letters. They are all anecdotal and tell stories, personal triumphs, etc. Rarely do they mention work experience or how they will use their specific skills to be successful in law school and beyond. Another source I found stated that letters which only include anecdotal stories or begin in the way the the UofC letters did, is wrong and appalling. So, which is valid? Starting a letter with a quirky story or personal introduction (Ex."I fell in love for the first time when I was four. That was the year my mother signed me up for piano lessons." from a student at UofC), or sticking to straight-forward facts about one's qualifications?

Great question! Make sure you attend the webinar tonight and ask it then so you can get David's reply.

J.Y. Ping

Hey guys, just a reminder that this is starting in about 20 minutes. See you!

J.Y. Ping

Sadly, the webinar is over. Happily, it existed for a glorious hour. I hope you guys enjoyed it as much as I did. A great big THANK YOU to @david.busis for hosting.

If you missed this or want more, pick up one of the Admissions courses here: https://7sage.com/enroll-admissions