Monday, December 8, 2008

Describe yourself to your classmates

... and feel free to be creative.

This was one of the essay topics for NYU Stern - my dream school. For curious readers, my application is under review there.
So, as you guys know, the only creative thing that I am capable of is writing a few words and making them rhyme (sounds very simple, doesn't it), here I was again juggling with words to put in my points. And this is what I came up with -- (criticism and comments are welcome)

Born and brought up in a small Indian town,
For education and career I was bogged down.
Leaving the apprehensive family for higher education,
In the big city of Bombay I felt like a clown.

Took me a few days to get comfortable,
But soon I became one of the most desirable.
Taking up activities and organizing all parties,
I got the fun-loving and energetic label.

For professionals workplace can become serious,
When there’re needed a few moments delirious.
And this is exactly what I did at my job,
In making boring places fun, I am imperious.

I love travelling around and trekking,
Another thing that gives me a high is biking.
We’ll explore places around NY,
And conquer the roads and high peaks like a king.

Dance acts like a stress buster for me,
Though I am no Michael Jackson I agree,
But isn’t this the most wonderful thing,
You need not be a genius to enjoy dancing spree.

Took part in social service activities many,
I also co-founded the CSR committee of my company.
So now you have a classmate to enliven our clubs,
One who you will always like to accompany.

Fun is not the only thing I provide,
With me all your maths problems will glide.
Analytical skills I honed at the best engg college,
So project worries you can set aside.

So, with me you all can look for fun-filled two years,
Filled with laughter and lot of beers.
And if you think that fun and work don’t really mix,
Get all set and ready to change your gears.

9 comments:

nupur said...

if i have to put down myself for this just a thing that says it all....its a treat for all such readers who enjoy reading something interesting....

Sodium Hydro Phosphate said...

Indeed, very interesting :)

Smack D said...

If this wouldnt impress the Adcom then God bless their souls !! Wish you all the luck for Stern !

saurabh said...

Thanks Smack D. If you are impressed, I am sure so will they be :)

Mohit said...

you give them what they ask for, and how...!! this is such a chicken soup for american soul

KauMoChan said...

interesting...

Shravani said...

Wow! Pretty interesting way of describing oneself! Displaying your talent with words and describing yourself;both achieved at the same time :)

Malini said...

Wow... Autobiographical poetry.... very impressive.
- Malini.

saurabh said...

Thanks guys :)