Struggling with making a comprehensive activities list for my applications. Could someone share any examples of how they've listed their extracurriculars to help me get a clear idea?
I'm happy to help you craft an effective activities list. Here's a generalized example:
1. National Honor Society, President (11, 12): Led a team of four officers and represented the organization of over 100 members. Organized community service events in the school and local area, totaling 300+ hours of service.
2. Varsity Track and Field, Team Captain (11, 12), Member (9, 10): Medaled in state-wide events each season and led the team to its first regional championship in ten years. Oversaw training sessions as captain.
3. School Newspaper, Sports Editor (11, 12), Reporter (9, 10): Wrote bi-weekly articles, managed 5 other writers, and grew readership by 15% within a year.
4. Lunch Buddies (11, 12): Mentored a special needs student during lunch and breaks, assisting with communication skills and schoolwork.
The layout here includes the name of the organization, role (grade levels), and the specific contributions and accomplishments. It showcases leadership roles, commitment, and tangible results. Be sure to highlight your most significant extracurriculars and prioritize them while listing.
Try to quantify your achievements where possible. For instance, 'grew readership by 15%,' or 'organized events totaling 300+ hours of service.' This will provide a sense of the scale or impact of your contribution. Remember, quality trumps quantity. It's not just about filling all 10 slots in the Common App—It's about making each slot count.
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