‘Wall of Rejection’ proposed to encourage senior class

During the spring semester, many seniors often begin to feel disappointed after receiving college rejection letters.  In an effort to alleviate this overwhelming sense of unworthiness, ASB has proposed a “Wall of Rejection.”

“Basically the idea is to have a wall where you can post your rejection letters from wherever you applied to,” senior co-head commissioner Shireen Kaul said.  “The purpose is to show how it’s OK to ‘fail’ sometimes because it happens in life all the time, and that you aren't alone in your rejection.”

The “Wall of Rejection” was proposed during the 2011-2012 school year in ASB but didn’t see much development.  In November, ASB asked second-period representatives to share the idea to their classes.  The responses were largely positive, but there were some concerns. 

“Some people may not feel comfortable sharing their letters or don’t feel the motivation to post their letters,” Kaul said.

In response to these worries, ASB members said letters can be posted anonymously.

A “Wall of Rejection” like the one proposed by ASB was implemented at Gunn High School, where it received positive feedback. 

At the ASB meeting on Jan. 8, the Wall of Rejection was approved and will occupy the wall space below the attendance office counter. 

“We will have a box in the office and a white out next to it,” Chu said.  “If people are inclined we would love to have them drop off a copy of their letter and it is up to them whether they want to make it anonymous or not.”