Describe the most significant challenge you have faced and the steps you have taken to address this challenge. Include whether you turned to anyone in facing that challenge, the role that person played, and what you learned about yourself. (250-300 words) Describe any of your special interests and how you have developed knowledge in these areas and how you have used these. Give examples of your creativity: the ability to see alternatives; take diverse perspectives; come up with new ideas, or willingness to try new things.