Business

New York City, NY

March 7-9 2025

Business
 
 

Engineering

St. Paul, MN

Sept. 19-21, 2025

 
 

Life Sciences

St. Paul, MN

Sept. 19-21, 2025

 
 

Digital

New York City, NY

Oct. 24-26, 2025

 

2025 Application Essay Questions

Common Application Essays 

  1. Describe a challenge you faced that tested your values and resilience. How did you navigate it, and how did this experience shape your approach to leadership or collaboration?
  2. Share one or two pivotal moments that helped you grow in your understanding of LGBTQ2+ issues. How did these moments shape your perspective or actions?

Fall Conference-specific Essays 

 
Digital: If you could host a panel for O4U Digital what would you talk about (Queer History/Culture/Tech etc.) ?

Engineering: If you had unlimited time and resources, propose an engineering-driven initiative that positively impacts society—whether socially, culturally, economically, or environmentally. 
Your idea may be inspired by an academic project, work experience, or personal curiosity.
 
Life Sciences: What does life sciences mean to you currently, and how does it shape the future you’re imagining for yourself and your community?