How to Impress Cornell (??)

Colleges & Universities Cornell University
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<p>Hi, </p>

<p>I am a high school Junior interested in Cornell’s School of Hotel Administration. </p>

<p>Today, I just lost an election where I ran for National Honor Society President. Afterwards, I freaked out because I realized that President of NHS would have looked great on a resumee, especially one where the student needs to look like he/she can work well with people.
So, what does the School of Hotel Administration find “impressive” on a resumee?</p>

<p>I’ve done a variety of activities, involving musicals, symphonies, publishing poetry, service activities, and being in charge of a youth group. However, I find these activities are some that might not help me stand out in a crowd of applicants.</p>

<p>Are there any suggestions? I’ve also done certain academic activities like Model UN, Knowledge Master Open, JETS Team, Science Olympiad, Shakespeare Monologue Contest, and others that I don’t want to take the time to list.</p>

<p>Thanks a lot!</p>

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<p>Remember, quality over quantity.</p>

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<p>Well, I find that is what Youth Group Leader and the Service is for - I am running the Youth Group 3 days a week every week. I go to the Food Bank every 2 months or so.</p>

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<p>For the hotel school you are going to need to show a bit more interest in hospitality.</p>

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<p>In order to press Cornell, you need to demonstrate in your application how you’re a fit for the school or major to which you’re applying. As CayugaRed said, for the Hotel School you’re going to need to show experience/interest in the hospitality industry as well as leadership potential.</p>