OnNetwork Mentors Help Students Reflect in Their Essays
How Mentors Help Students Reflect
A strong college essay does more than tell a story. It shows how the student grew from the experience. Reflection turns an essay into a window into character and values.
Mentors on OnNetwork encourage students to look deeper and explain what their story means.
Why Reflection Matters
Reflection in an essay:
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Shows maturity and self-awareness
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Helps admissions officers understand values
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Makes the story more meaningful
The Role of a Mentor
Mentors help students by:
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Asking reflective questions
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Encouraging honest thoughts about lessons learned
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Helping connect experiences to personal growth
Final Thoughts
Reflection makes essays powerful. With a mentor’s guidance, you can go beyond storytelling and show how you have grown.
Tip: End each story with “What did I learn?” and use that to build your reflection.
