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acclamation

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A quick definition of acclamation:

Acclamation: When a group of people show their approval or agreement by clapping, cheering, or shouting. This can happen when only one person is nominated for a position or when people vote by making noise instead of using ballots.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Acclamation is a way of showing approval or electing someone by general consent, usually demonstrated by applause or cheering. It can also refer to voting by applause or shouting.

Example 1: In a large convention where only one candidate has been nominated, the election can be done by acclamation. This means that the candidate is elected without the need for a formal vote, as everyone present agrees to their election.

Example 2: During a school assembly, the principal announces that the school will be having a field trip to a theme park. The students cheer and applaud in agreement, showing their approval by acclamation.

Both examples illustrate how acclamation works. It is a way of showing agreement or approval without the need for a formal vote. It is often used in situations where there is only one candidate or option, or when the decision is widely agreed upon.

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imagine if it was like Berkley applications
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11:25
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11:26
Like... it's a more involved app but you don't have to do it? They're clearly trying to have some self-selection go on
I 100% agree with the self selection, I also am not even close to touching the medians there. However I think the huge PS plus the video and especially the very specific criteria for the why Berkeley essay is pretty crazy
I'm curious, how bold can one be in those videos? Is it worth making a satirical Jason Statham-action short if the adcoms have no sense of humor?
the more risk you take the higher chance of it backfiring
my instinct would be low humor bc if they have such a complex application I would feel hesitant to use a major part of it as a joke. They clearly take their admissions seriously and a joke video might convey the wrong thing at the wrong time. I think that humor is best put into a PS anecdote where it adds some shine to your personality
safe is always better
All good points
triplethread
11:34
@TheAdoptedOne: amazing
I almost did one for Vanderbilt and my idea was to do a documentary-style vid where I and others talked about me like it was an ESPN 30 for 30.
1a2b3c4d26z
11:36
I was risky in maybe one or two of my essays in that some parts read as slightly humorous, but I really tried to suss out the vibe for each school. I feel like Berk and UMich may be more accommodating of a more "out there" approach than other schools I applied to
1a2b3c4d26z
11:37
but that's literally just going off vibes
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