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Is this considered diversity?

Posted: Thu Nov 04, 2010 11:01 am
by hulahoop
Hey, so I was considering writing a short diversity statement, but am not sure if this stuff really qualifies. I dont want to waste time writing this if it will not help me when I can be polishing my PS.
Any input/advice appreciated!

-first generation american, bilingual (europe)
-single parent, no contact with other
-multi-racial half-siblings
-low-income growing up in upperclass neighborhood
-alternative schooling until highschool

I do not want to sound like I am trying to make up adversity to overcome, but would sharing this information bring anything to my app?

Re: Is this considered diversity?

Posted: Thu Nov 04, 2010 11:05 am
by minnie112
I would pick one of these topics and run with with it, instead of trying to combine several of them. Personally, I think being a first generation american would make the most compelling diversity statement.

Re: Is this considered diversity?

Posted: Thu Nov 04, 2010 4:01 pm
by TT09
minnie112 wrote:I would pick one of these topics and run with with it, instead of trying to combine several of them. Personally, I think being a first generation american would make the most compelling diversity statement.

Re: Is this considered diversity?

Posted: Thu Nov 04, 2010 4:02 pm
by Sean Bateman
are all defendants from different states than all plaintiffs? is the amount in controversy met?