I Wish to be Harvard’s Top Student - By Kierre Alexia S. Cuevas

Written By: Kierre Alexia S. Cuevas

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Kierre Alexia S. Cuevas presents a stirring poetic work entitled "I Wish to be Harvard’s Top Student," as part of the Poetry category in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Her poem explores themes of ambition and desire, intricately woven into a narrative that questions the pursuit of academic excellence. Set against the backdrop of Harvard, the poem invites readers to reflect on the aspirations and pressures faced by those dreaming of reaching the pinnacle of educational achievement.

About the Work

Cuevas's poem delves into the themes of ambition and aspiration, using vivid imagery and a contemplative tone to evoke the emotional journey of a student yearning for recognition. Her use of color imagery, such as "crimson waters" and "maroon hues," creates a rich tapestry that underscores the intensity of the speaker's desires. The poem's structure and style invite readers to ponder the authenticity of such aspirations and the societal constructs around academic success.

I Wish to be Harvard’s Top Student

Original Submission by Kierre Alexia S. Cuevas

I Wish to be Harvard’s Top Student

By Kierre Alexia S. Cuevas

My soul wishes to be drenched in crimson waters,

The mind wishfully drifted like the common thought daughter.

The body being tied into the elements of rust and trenches,

Carefully curated with yellowish white picket fences.

The heart grips the seams of maroon hues,

My spirit pleads to be one with the red views.

My dollar-store-bought pen writes in the darkest ink it ever had,

Just for the sake of the paper to be kissed in desires of fad.

The Statue of Three Lies deceives the world in front,

Failing to mimic those who are the epitome of blunt.

Yet those “Top 3 Lies” don’t lay within the statue,

They rank in the ghost of the Top 3 most valued.

With the clock starting 7 minutes later,

The land collapsed, as it was hit by a blue freighter.

Philosophies bleed a heart into scarlet pollutants,

In crimson waters I wallow, “I wish to be Harvard’s top student.”

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a celebration of literary creativity and expression. This prestigious platform provides writers worldwide the opportunity to share their unique voices through poetry and creative writing. It invites participants to explore diverse themes and showcase their talents, fostering a global community of writers and poets.

Thank you, Kierre Alexia S. Cuevas, for your captivating entry, "I Wish to be Harvard’s Top Student," in this year's Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition. Your poetic exploration of ambition and desire offers profound insights and enriches the broader literary conversation. We appreciate your contribution and look forward to witnessing more of your creative endeavors.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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