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@ib.08
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 • 6 months ago •
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Extracurriculars for Future English Major
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Hello! I am a high-school sophomore hoping to major in English. Currently, I am in my school's Writing Club and do Speech and Debate. On top of this, I teach children how to read as a part of my required volunteer hours. Are there any other extracurriculars or passion projects that would make me stand out?

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@jh24
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 • 6 months ago

Hello! All of those already sound phenomenal, and it is good you are establishing a spike! I have heard of some national honor societies having competitions at state conventions. If you are a part of one of these societies and are able to compete, doing well in a competition would help you stand out. Furthermore, I would think completing a piece of writing, such as a book and publishing it, would be another outstanding option.

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