ANNpower Vital Voices 2016

kitkat231
Fri, 29 Apr 2016 00:51:10 +0000

@Ghenez @Tswizzle16 I have a 4.0 UW (for now haha, junior year is rough), but I really don’t think the selection process is about that. Last year my project plans were very lofty and were definitely not concrete, and I think this year having a product to show them really helped make my project seem more feasible. Like ThatCaliGirl said, I think passion is the most important aspect, and having a personal story to connect with your project really helps.
In terms of what my project is about, I’m expanding the club model I created to supplement the lacking mental health curriculum in high schools in order to eradicate the stigma surrounding mental illness.
Also, I don’t know how much weight was given to ECs and the rec, but I got my rec from my advisor/principal who knows about the work I’ve done and who I’ve fostered a good relationship with. For ECs I play the cello, sing in choir, write for the school paper, the general stuff. I think having leadership positions in school helps, along with maybe having a few awards.
Please please please everyone, apply again next year! You never know what could happen, and who knows, they might really appreciate it if you show them you’re really committed and excited about the program by applying again.