Dlep. rhanu. Boa noznliser. lo. unmaom HACRVARDWEQWE Document 5091 Filed 08/30/18 Page 4 of 5 0 . . trier or Admission: and Financial Aid arson-I interview Report APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: Then 12] Freshman Statt: LLO 3+ ACADEMIC Cum laude Lo potential. G-ood grades and mid-600 to low-700 scores (29 to 32 ACT) ve of Learning Rating - Intellectual Curiosity - Rating - - Intellectual Originality Rating - 'outstanding' Supporting Comments on Academic Rating $19326; griffin: wide range ol classes. but his SAT score is on the lower end of the Harvard. Mal score is way above a achieving he mentioned he wished his SAT score was higher. though became deal mm :erage lor most universities He is modest about his academic achievements but it a" I i 9 cu einterhew that he sets very high standards for himselr and strives for excellence. In I uar. was impressed with his Durlusity . He has both a strong skillset in math and science and a deep Interest In the arts and social impact He spoke at length about his interest in other cultures, and about how his classwork and service trips have broadened his perspective on topics likes racism and discrimination. Exposure to various points of view is a common theme in many of his experienoes: Discussing such topics in classes IS what drove him to participate in the International Youth Media Summit. where he worked on a discrimination PSA in Serbia. as well as what drives him to spend a lot of his iree time on vourube and Tumblr. trying to understand world cultures through the way other countries and groups discuss/frame political issues trom around the world 2 ATHLETIC, COMMUNITY, EMPLOYMENT, FAMILY COMMITMENTS Substantial school-wide. regional or state recognition; maior contribution/leadership Supporting Comments on Extracurricular Rating Theng is very involved in his school and community, and I had no doubt in meeting him that his involvement was a genuine commitment and were deeply tultilling and important experiences for him. Thang is very involved in his school's student government (Associated student Body). and is also the President of the Key Club. meaning he must attend and play an active role in all service events. He was particularly proud at his involvement in Key Club. and I could tell that his appointment to president was something he valued as a part of his identity within his community. I particularly enjoyed hearing about this involvement in the International Youth Media Summit He traveled to Serbia to film a PSA on discrimination. which combined his two interests at social impact and the arts. He has a wonderful passion for all subjects - He is interested in art. film and the impact at media on cultures. but is proud of his math and science skills. and he gracetully has focused his attention on emcum'culars that are clearly interesting and fulfilling to him given those interests. and not just those that would help round out a resume. In fact. he is quite modest overall. despite being very proud. PERSONAL Above average personal appeal and character - Openness to new ideas and new people -- Rating - 'truly unusual' I Contribution to college lite - Rating - - What kind at roommate would this student be? - Rating - 'outstanding' Case 1.14rcv7141767ADB Document 50971 Filed 08/30/18 PageTwut! gos Dorm/law owner Applicant' Thang Quoc oiep SUPpomng Comments on Personal Qualities Rating Thane was born in Vietnam. so engiish is not his first language, though he speaks english qwte well and is Very lunny and energetic. He seems to be very social - He often mentioned his iriends, and how building a community or new lriends and meeting people irom all over the world was what he was most exuted about (or college. We met at a local coflee shop and Mice during our interview. classmates (who was unaware he was on a" interview!) stepped by to say hello. Though this may be an unlair iudgement. it appeared to me that both students that came by were lrom diflerent social circles, and it became apparent to me that Thang may be friends with a wide variety of students in his school What was most striking about Thahg was his tun, casual nature but impressive. understated maturity. he speaks about his interest in social impact and what he has learned irom his classes in a confident, mature way. but is comfortable being a bit silly and portraying a warm energy that iound very inviting. Though he didn't empwasize it in the interview I got the sense that he is deeply social and very wellrliked by his classmates. He has most likely laced the challenge or moving to the US. and he briefly mentioned that English is not his first ianguage which is sometimes a struggle. though i didn't pick up on any struggle at all. In tact. I didn't realize he was not born in the states until he mentioned it (there didn't seem to be any cultural disconnect, etc) it is clearly not something he has let get In his way. and i got the sense very quickly that he has not made him any less social with his classmates, OVERALL Clear Admit. one to recruit Rare and rewarding exchange or ideas [2 Diamond in the Rough Supporting Comments on Overall Rating I was very impressed with Thang overall and he's a student I would love to see at Harvard. found him to be ply curious about the world and academia. Most Incredibly smart. passionate about his leadership roles. and dee importantly. he is very humble. It became clear to me throughout the interview that he is very high achieving, but I loved his Curiosity about ditferent he did speak about his academic accomplishments without me pushing a bit. ut his interests in math/science versus an appreciation for the arts. He fields and the way that he spoke abo strikes me as someone that would take full advantage oi leadership opportunities at Harvard. and would be an active participant in the classroom. While he is incredibly smart and i would imagine could excel at Harvard, he peared to be very social, have a good sense of would also be a warm friend and well-liked classmate. He ap Ithy debate and community. He also mentioned a desire to leave his humor, and be very interested in culture, hea comfort zone on the west coast and have a new experience - i think Harvard could open up even more potential (or him.