ChatGPT and the college application essay

[Anonymous]

It all sounds the same and the essay structure is predictable. Easy to ID IMO

[Anonymous]

I’m completed fascinated by this. Great intro in yesterday’s The Daily podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-daily/id1200361736?i=1000590380925

[Anonymous]

Include experience problem solving and planning in the Chinese cooking

As a passionate cook, I have always found great joy in the process of creating a delicious Chinese dish from start to finish. From planning out the menu and selecting the perfect ingredients, to problem solving and adjusting recipes to suit my taste, the process of cooking has always been a source of creativity and challenge for me.

One of my most memorable experiences in the kitchen was when I decided to tackle the daunting task of making xiaolongbao, a type of Chinese steamed dumpling filled with juicy broth and meat. As I researched and experimented with different filling combinations and dough recipes, I was constantly faced with challenges and obstacles. But with each trial and error, I learned valuable lessons about the importance of precision and patience in the kitchen.

In the end, my hard work paid off as I was able to create a batch of xiaolongbao that were both visually appealing and full of flavor. This experience taught me the value of problem solving and planning in the kitchen, skills that I know will serve me well in my future endeavors, including my studies in architecture. Just as I carefully consider the balance of flavors and textures in a dish, I will bring a similar level of attention and intentionality to my work as an architect, seeking to create functional, beautiful spaces that delight and inspire.

Next Try:

Make it 500 words. Add information about accessibility in architecture.

As a child, I was always fascinated by the intricate details and delicate balance found in Chinese cooking. From the careful selection and preparation of ingredients, to the precise timing and presentation of each dish, there was a sense of harmony and intentionality that captivated me. This love for Chinese cooking has only deepened as I've grown older, and I've come to see the connection between the art of cooking and the art of design. Both require a strong attention to detail, a sense of balance and proportion, and a desire to create something that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

It is this connection that has led me to pursue a major in architecture. Just as a chef must consider the flavors, textures, and presentation of a dish, an architect must consider the form, function, and aesthetic of a building. Both require a strong foundation in the principles of their craft, as well as a willingness to experiment and push the boundaries in order to create something truly unique and memorable.

As I embark on my journey towards a career in architecture, I know that my love for Chinese cooking will continue to inspire and inform my work. The skills and perspectives I have gained in the kitchen will serve me well as I design and create buildings that are functional, beautiful, and harmonious. For example, just as I carefully consider the balance of flavors and textures in a dish, I will bring a similar level of attention and intentionality to my work as an architect, seeking to create functional, beautiful spaces that delight and inspire.

One aspect of architecture that I am particularly passionate about is accessibility. As someone who has personally experienced the challenges of navigating spaces that are not designed with accessibility in mind, I know the importance of designing buildings that are accessible to all. This means considering the needs of individuals with disabilities, as well as the needs of older adults and people with temporary mobility impairments. It also means designing spaces that are welcoming and inclusive for people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

To me, accessibility is not just about meeting the minimum requirements set by building codes and regulations. It's about going above and beyond to create spaces that are truly welcoming and accessible to all. This might mean incorporating features such as ramps, elevators, and accessible restrooms, as well as considering the layout and circulation of a space to ensure that it is easy to navigate for everyone.

As I continue on my journey as an aspiring architect, I am committed to making accessibility a top priority in my work. Whether I am designing a commercial building, a residential complex, or a public park, I will always consider the needs of all users and strive to create spaces that are truly inclusive and welcoming. I believe that by designing for accessibility, we can create a more equitable and harmonious world for everyone.

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Make it clear that my experience cooking chinese foods helps me design accessible architecture and is the reason I want to major in architecture

As a passionate cook, my experience with Chinese cuisine has played a major role in shaping my interest in architecture. From the careful selection and preparation of ingredients, to the precise timing and presentation of each dish, I have always been struck by the harmony and intentionality that goes into creating a delicious meal.

But more than just a source of enjoyment, my experience in the kitchen has also taught me valuable lessons about problem solving, attention to detail, and the importance of considering the needs of all users. These skills have directly translated to my passion for designing accessible and inclusive buildings.

As an aspiring architect, I am deeply committed to the principles of accessibility and inclusivity. I believe that everyone, regardless of age, ability, or background, should have the opportunity to experience the beauty and functionality of the built environment. That's why I am so passionate about designing buildings that are truly welcoming and accessible to all.

My experience cooking Chinese food has given me a unique perspective on this subject. Just as I carefully consider the balance of flavors and textures in a dish, I bring a similar level of attention and intentionality to my work as an architect, seeking to create functional, beautiful spaces that delight and inspire. And just as I strive to create dishes that are enjoyable for all who will consume them, I strive to create buildings that are welcoming and accessible to all who will use them.

It is this connection between my love for Chinese cooking and my passion for accessible design that has led me to pursue a major in architecture. I know that the skills and perspectives I have gained in the kitchen will serve me well as I work to create buildings that are functional, beautiful, and harmonious for all.

OP's note -- I personally know nothing about Chinese cooking or accessible architecture.

[Anonymous]

Perfect! Keep this essay but make it a little more conversation and folksy. Add some idioms.

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As a foodie and an aspiring architect, I've always been drawn to the connection between cooking and design. Both require a keen eye for detail, a sense of balance, and a desire to create something that's both functional and aesthetically pleasing. And for me, there's no cuisine that embodies these principles quite like Chinese cooking.

From the careful selection and preparation of ingredients, to the precise timing and presentation of each dish, there's a real art to creating a delicious Chinese meal. And let me tell you, it's not for the faint of heart. Just like building a house, making a good Chinese dish takes time, patience, and a whole lot of elbow grease. But when it all comes together, it's a real feast for the senses.

As I've grown and developed my skills in the kitchen, I've come to see just how much my experience cooking Chinese food has shaped my approach to design. Just like a chef has to consider the needs and preferences of all diners when creating a dish, an architect has to consider the needs and preferences of all users when designing a building. And when it comes to accessibility, that's especially important.

I'm passionate about creating buildings that are welcoming and accessible to all, regardless of age, ability, or background. And my experience cooking Chinese food has given me a unique perspective on this subject. Just like I strive to create dishes that are enjoyable for all who will consume them, I strive to create buildings that are welcoming and accessible to all who will use them.

So as I embark on my journey towards a career in architecture, I'm bringing my love for Chinese cooking along with me. I know that the skills and perspectives I've gained in the kitchen will serve me well as I work to create buildings that are functional, beautiful, and harmonious for all. And who knows, maybe I'll even bring a little bit of that Chinese cooking magic to my designs, too.

[Anonymous]

This is amazing. Can you connect the interest in Chinese cooking and architecture to a career goal in building affordable housing?

[Anonymous]

Add an anecdote in the first paragraph about a lesson learned when you don't pay attention to detail in cooking.

As a foodie and an aspiring architect, I've always been drawn to the connection between cooking and design. Both require a keen eye for detail, a sense of balance, and a desire to create something that's both functional and aesthetically pleasing. And for me, there's no cuisine that embodies these principles quite like Chinese cooking. In fact, I learned the hard way just how important attention to detail can be in the kitchen when I tried to make a batch of dumplings and forgot to add the filling. Let's just say that dinner that night was a bit of a flop.

From the careful selection and preparation of ingredients, to the precise timing and presentation of each dish, there's a real art to creating a delicious Chinese meal. And let me tell you, it's not for the faint of heart. Just like building a house, making a good Chinese dish takes time, patience, and a whole lot of elbow grease. But when it all comes together, it's a real feast for the senses.

As I've grown and developed my skills in the kitchen, I've come to see just how much my experience cooking Chinese food has shaped my approach to design. Just like a chef has to consider the needs and preferences of all diners when creating a dish, an architect has to consider the needs and preferences of all users when designing a building. And when it comes to accessibility, that's especially important.

I'm passionate about creating buildings that are welcoming and accessible to all, regardless of age, ability, or background. And my experience cooking Chinese food has given me a unique perspective on this subject. Just like I strive to create dishes that are enjoyable for all who will consume them, I strive to create buildings that are welcoming and accessible to all who will use them.

So as I embark on my journey towards a career in architecture, I'm bringing my love for Chinese cooking along with me. I know that the skills and perspectives I've gained in the kitchen will serve me well as I work to create buildings that are functional, beautiful, and harmonious for all. And who knows, maybe I'll even bring a little bit of that Chinese cooking magic to my designs, too."

[b]Make it funnier

As a foodie and an aspiring architect, I've always been drawn to the connection between cooking and design. Both require a keen eye for detail, a sense of balance, and a desire to create something that's both functional and aesthetically pleasing. And for me, there's no cuisine that embodies these principles quite like Chinese cooking. In fact, I learned the hard way just how important attention to detail can be in the kitchen when I tried to make a batch of dumplings and forgot to add the filling. Let's just say that dinner that night was a disaster on a plate.

But hey, we all have our off nights, right? And as they say, you learn more from your mistakes than your successes. So I dusted myself off and kept on cooking, determined to master the art of Chinese cuisine. And let me tell you, it's a real labor of love. From the careful selection and preparation of ingredients, to the precise timing and presentation of each dish, there's a whole lot that goes into making a delicious Chinese meal. It's like building a house from the ground up, but with even more flames and a lot less lumber.

As I've grown and developed my skills in the kitchen, I've come to see just how much my experience cooking Chinese food has shaped my approach to design. Just like a chef has to consider the needs and preferences of all diners when creating a dish, an architect has to consider the needs and preferences of all users when designing a building. And when it comes to accessibility, that's especially important.

I'm passionate about creating buildings that are welcoming and accessible to all, regardless of age, ability, or background. And my experience cooking Chinese food has given me a unique perspective on this subject. Just like I strive to create dishes that are enjoyable for all who will consume them, I strive to create buildings that are welcoming and accessible to all who will use them.

So as I embark on my journey towards a career in architecture, I'm bringing my love for Chinese cooking along with me. I know that the skills and perspectives I've gained in the kitchen will serve me well as I work to create buildings that are functional, beautiful, and harmonious for all. And who knows, maybe I'll even bring a little bit of that Chinese cooking magic to my designs, too. Maybe I'll even invent a new type of dumpling, filled with all the accessibility features a building could ever need. The possibilities are endless!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This is amazing. Can you connect the interest in Chinese cooking and architecture to a career goal in building affordable housing?

Give me a sec.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This is amazing. Can you connect the interest in Chinese cooking and architecture to a career goal in building affordable housing?

I seem to be running into a word limit or something.

now connect the interest in Chinese cooking and accessible architecture to a career in affordable housing.

As a foodie and an aspiring architect, I've always been drawn to the connection between cooking and design. Both require a keen eye for detail, a sense of balance, and a desire to create something that's both functional and aesthetically pleasing. And for me, there's no cuisine that embodies these principles quite like Chinese cooking. In fact, I learned the hard way just how important attention to detail can be in the kitchen when I tried to make a batch of dumplings and forgot to add the filling. Let's just say that dinner that night was a disaster on a plate.

But hey, we all have our off nights, right? And as they say, you learn more from your mistakes than your successes. So I dusted myself off and kept on cooking, determined to master the art of Chinese cuisine. And let me tell you, it's a real labor of love. From the careful selection and preparation of ingredients, to the precise timing and presentation of each dish, there's a whole lot that goes into making a delicious Chinese meal. It's like building a house from the ground up, but with even more flames and a lot less lumber.

As I've grown and developed my skills in the kitchen, I've come to see just how much my experience cooking Chinese food has shaped my approach to design. Just like a chef has to consider the needs and preferences of all diners when creating a dish, an architect has to consider the needs and preferences of all users when designing a building. And when it comes to accessibility, that's especially important.

I'm passionate about creating buildings that are welcoming and accessible to all, regardless of age, ability, or background. And my experience cooking Chinese food has given me a unique perspective on this subject. Just like I strive to create dishes that are enjoyable for all who will consume them, I strive to create buildings that are welcoming and accessible to all who will use them.

But for me, accessibility is just the beginning. I want to use my skills and passions to make a real difference in the world, and that's why I'm so interested in a career in affordable housing. I believe that everyone deserves a safe, comfortable place to call home, and I'm committed to working towards a future where that's a reality for all. And who knows, maybe I'll even bring a little bit of that Chinese cooking magic to my designs, too. Maybe I'll even invent a new type of dumpling, filled with all the accessibility features a building could ever need. The possibilities are endless!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hope this makes colleges drop the stupid essays that rich parents already buy with college essay coaches. Standardized tests and gpa and done. (ECs are already gamed by the rich).

Standardized tests and gpas are gamed by the rich already too.

Not really. There’s no (or very little) correlation between HHI and SAT scores when results are also controlled for parental education. In other words, highly educated parents have kids who score well on standardized test, and as a byproduct of being highly educated they also tend to make good money.

There’s massively more variance in scores inside each income decile than there is between the income deciles. People claim that standardized test scores simply reflect HHI, but the evidence is clear that that’s not really the case.

[Anonymous]

OP here - ChatGPT is stalling on me now. Either it's being used a lot, or else my requests are pushing it to the limit of what it can do. Not sure.

But I think the more novel the concepts are, the harder it is to respond. Maybe there just isn't that much text out there for it to pull from, connecting chinese cooking + accessible architecture + affordable housing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hope this makes colleges drop the stupid essays that rich parents already buy with college essay coaches. Standardized tests and gpa and done. (ECs are already gamed by the rich).

Standardized tests and gpas are gamed by the rich already too.

Not really. There’s no (or very little) correlation between HHI and SAT scores when results are also controlled for parental education. In other words, highly educated parents have kids who score well on standardized test, and as a byproduct of being highly educated they also tend to make good money.

There’s massively more variance in scores inside each income decile than there is between the income deciles. People claim that standardized test scores simply reflect HHI, but the evidence is clear that that’s not really the case.

The clearest predictor of success in K-12 ed is mother's education level, not income.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hope this makes colleges drop the stupid essays that rich parents already buy with college essay coaches. Standardized tests and gpa and done. (ECs are already gamed by the rich).

Standardized tests and gpas are gamed by the rich already too.

Not really. There’s no (or very little) correlation between HHI and SAT scores when results are also controlled for parental education. In other words, highly educated parents have kids who score well on standardized test, and as a byproduct of being highly educated they also tend to make good money.

There’s massively more variance in scores inside each income decile than there is between the income deciles. People claim that standardized test scores simply reflect HHI, but the evidence is clear that that’s not really the case.

The clearest predictor of success in K-12 ed is mother's education level, not income.

Do you have any articles to support this? In my small sample of friends and neighbors, I would agree with this.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hope this makes colleges drop the stupid essays that rich parents already buy with college essay coaches. Standardized tests and gpa and done. (ECs are already gamed by the rich).

Standardized tests and gpas are gamed by the rich already too.

It takes far less money (close to zero if you know what to do) to 'game' GPA and SATs that it does to game all the other BS - essays, ECs, demonstrated interest, etc.

[Anonymous]

This is very scary. It is predicted that in just 7 more years, AI will surpass human intelligence. can you imagine what the world with dwindling resources, wealth disparity look like when AI will replace all blue collar and white collar jobs.

Already, democracy is a mockery and compleately sold to highest bidders because of Fake news and rich and powerful controlling dumb applications like twitter. With global warming, most of the world becoming uninhabitable for humans, this will lead to complete collapse of human society. I am not hopeful at all.

As for college applications, the issue will be affordability of college and usability of education. We do not need human workers, we do not need most humans also. College essays are not the worst thing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This is very scary. It is predicted that in just 7 more years, AI will surpass human intelligence. can you imagine what the world with dwindling resources, wealth disparity look like when AI will replace all blue collar and white collar jobs.

Already, democracy is a mockery and compleately sold to highest bidders because of Fake news and rich and powerful controlling dumb applications like twitter. With global warming, most of the world becoming uninhabitable for humans, this will lead to complete collapse of human society. I am not hopeful at all.

As for college applications, the issue will be affordability of college and usability of education. We do not need human workers, we do not need most humans also. College essays are not the worst thing.

The most immediate challenge will be the unemployed younguns living on the dole with nothing to do. Imagine the crime and targeted hatred spawned by social media! We say a sample of that during Covid when everyone got pocketmoney and had nothing to do.

I saw a video of ChatGPT writing out a contract document. It was so specific that a lawyer on Twitter was panicking and calling for government intervention to prevent something like this from taking over everyone's jobs . Too funny.