Major Decisions
True or False: When applying for a major, colleges usually require you to commit to your major within your first year
False, everyone has their own timeline and many students take until their 2nd year before knowing fully what major to commit to
What is a passion project?
A project you choose to explore based on your own interests or curiosity.
True or False: I should only list activities that I have done on my resume/college application if I have won an award for it
False
Including leads and interns, how many members are in ALI?
8 members
True or False: When writing an application essay, it is best to stay as professional as possible and refrain from making jokes because it takes away from the purpose of your writing.
False, while it is good to stay professional, making jokes and showcasing your personality can help your essay stand out (if done correctly).
You are listing an activity on your resume. Name at least 2 major points you should state about this activity.
- hours per week/weeks per year
- position/leadership description
- organization name
- activity description (can include awards, responsibilities, etc)
Name 3 different activities that you could list on your college application.
volunteering, club leadership, internships, tutoring, extracurricular activities
What was Kushal's summer passion project on?
HIV/AIDS research
What are the 3 key considerations when picking a major?
personal passions, natural talents, and exploring/challenging yourself
What resource listed on the slides provides FREE resume templates, common application workshops, and sample essays?
College Essay Guy
What 3 things do UCs, CSUs, and CommonApp all require you to submit?
In Tiona's mental health slides, what costume is little Tiona wearing?
ladybug costume
Little Jimmy is applying to his dream school, ALI University, and plans on majoring in Biology. However, Little Jimmy is also very interested in computer science. Name a solution for him so that he can pursue both.
- minoring
- double majoring
- participating in computer science clubs/orgs
Little Timmy wants to have a passion project but doesn't know where to start! Little Timmy loves animals and photography/videography. What are some passion projects Little Timmy could do?
(answer should include something with both animals and photography/videography)
- self-made animal documentary
- animal blog/newspaper
- pet photography
- etc
Little Mimi is applying for a public California college that only requires her to submit her grades and extracurriculars, but no essays. What kind of college is Mimi applying for?
CSU (Cal State)
Name every ALI intern and co-lead
Co-leads: Elizabeth, Grace
Interns: Ariel, Kushal, Anjali, Neilson, Tiona, Michelle