Creating an “Activity Resume” Just for Brainstorming & TrackingExtracurricular Activities and LeadershipThroughout high school, you join clubs, play sports, volunteer, work part-time, and pursue hobbies. When it co...Read More
Peer Tutoring & Mentoring as Leadership & Impact ExtracurricularsExtracurricular Activities and LeadershipMany students help their classmates succeed through peer tutoring or mentoring programs. While you might see i...Read More
Getting Cut from the Team / Not Getting the Lead Role: Turning Setbacks into StrengthsExtracurricular Activities and LeadershipYou practiced hard for tryouts but didn’t make varsity. You auditioned for the lead role but got a small...Read More
What if I Started an Activity Late (Junior/Senior Year)? How to Frame ItExtracurricular Activities and LeadershipCollege application advice often emphasizes long-term commitment to activities. But what if you discovered a n...Read More
VideoFamily Responsibilities as Meaningful Contributions: How to Frame Caring for Siblings or Family MembersExtracurricular Activities and Leadership Video AvailableMany students have significant responsibilities at home, like regularly caring for younger siblings, looking a...Read More
Applying Undecided: How to Frame Your Application When You Don’t Know Your MajorCollege Applications and AdmissionsMany students feel pressure to pick a major before college. But what if you’re unsure? It’s perfec...Read More