Online Communities & Forums as Extracurriculars (Reddit Mods, Discord Servers, Fan Wikis)
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipYour life doesn’t just happen within school walls. Many students spend significant time participating in... Read More
Quantifying Your Extracurricular Impact: Adding Numbers & Data (Even When It Feels Qualitative)
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipWhen describing your extracurricular activities on college applications or resumes, simply listing your role i... Read More
The “Spike” vs. “Well-Rounded”: Choosing Extracurriculars That Tell Your Story
Extracurricular Activities and LeadershipWhen choosing extracurricular activities, students often wonder what colleges prefer: being involved in many d... Read More
Your Portfolio as a Living Document: Quarterly Check-in & Update Strategy
Resume and Portfolio BuildingYou’ve built your digital portfolio – congratulations! But your work isn’t quite done. Think of yo... Read More
Ethical Considerations in Portfolio Building: Citing Sources, Giving Credit & Avoiding Plagiarism
Resume and Portfolio BuildingYour portfolio is a showcase of your abilities and accomplishments. Maintaining honesty and integrity in how y... Read More
Portfolio Peer Review Party: A Fun Guide to Getting Actionable Feedback
Resume and Portfolio BuildingYou’ve spent hours building your digital portfolio, adding projects, and polishing descriptions. But how... Read More
Language Skills on Your Resume/Portfolio: Showcasing Fluency & Cultural Competence
Resume and Portfolio BuildingBeing able to communicate in more than one language is a fantastic skill. It opens doors, connects cultures, a... Read More
The One-Page Resume Rule: When to Break It (and How) for College Applications
Resume and Portfolio BuildingYou’ve probably heard the golden rule: keep your resume to one page. For most job applications and many ... Read More
Curating Your Online Presence: Aligning Your Portfolio with LinkedIn & Handshake
Resume and Portfolio BuildingIn today’s world, your online presence often forms a first impression. For students and recent grads, ke... Read More
Using Your Portfolio in College Interviews (Virtual or In-Person): A Quick Reference Guide
Resume and Portfolio BuildingYou’ve built a great digital portfolio showcasing your projects and skills. Now you have a college interview c... Read More
From Idea to Impact: Documenting a Passion Project for Your Portfolio
Resume and Portfolio BuildingPassion projects – things you create or pursue outside of school simply because you’re interested – are ... Read More
Getting Granular: Showcasing Specific Software & Tech Skills (Beyond “Microsoft Office”)
Resume and Portfolio BuildingAlmost everyone uses basic computer programs these days. Listing “Proficient in Microsoft Office” ... Read More