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[quote=Anonymous]Essays have always been a part of the admissions process and I don't know anyone who is arguing that a well-written, compelling essay shouldn't carry weight. Every applicant has a chance to do well on an essay, whether it is because of their unique lived experience, quirky sense of humor, or thoughtful introspection. In many respects a URM or a first gen applicant may have character-building life stories that give them an edge. That's wonderful. I don't think anyone thinks that is unfair at all. After all, a white middle-class poet with a unique outlook could still do well too. Sincere question: if URMs really have an edge on essays and recommendations, why take race into account at all? Racial preferences -- just like legacy and obscure sports preferences -- is what is perpetuating the believe that the process is "rigged." Just give more weight to essays. [/quote]
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