Crafting Your Activities List: Beyond Buzzwords
Admissions officers don’t want titles, they want stories. Show how your actions created impact, why it mattered to you, and what values it reflects—because in a world of templates, authenticity stands out.
Admissions officers don’t want a list of titles. They want texture. They’re looking to understand how a student spends their time, why it matters to them, and how it reflects their values. A student who lists “President, MUN” without explaining how they mentored juniors, resolved interpersonal conflicts, or built a middle school pipeline misses an opportunity. Buzzwords like "leadership" or "initiative" don’t land unless they’re rooted in action and impact. In a world of templates, your truth stands out. So ask yourself: Why did I do this? What changed because I did?
