Sample profile · Law, Policy and Government
Extracurricular Activities for a Future Climate Policy Expert
Ethan is a sample student, not a real applicant: one of Elite Prep's 24 extracurricular profiles. These are the ten activities that show a selective college where a future climate policy expert is headed, grouped by what each one demonstrates.
Leadership and Initiative3
- President of Environmental Science Club
- Organized climate change workshops and lobbied for greener school policies.
- Community Tree-Planting Leader
- Coordinated efforts to plant over 300 trees in urban areas.
- Organizer of Renewable Energy Fair
- Partnered with organizations to educate the community on sustainable living.
Research and Internships2
- Internship with Local Government Sustainability Office
- Conducted research on energy efficiency programs.
- Co-Author of Environmental Science Research Paper
- Published findings on carbon sequestration in high school journal.
Competitions, Awards and Presentations1
- Presenter at Youth Climate Summit
- Shared a policy proposal for reducing urban air pollution.
Service and Teaching3
- Volunteer for International Climate Advocacy Group
- Worked on campaigns to promote renewable energy.
- Volunteer at State Park
- Assisted with habitat restoration and trail maintenance projects.
- AP Environmental Science Peer Mentor
- Helped students excel in advanced coursework.
Teams, Clubs and Programs1
- Member of Debate Team
- Focused on topics related to environmental ethics and policy.
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No student needs all ten. Notice the mix — something led, something researched, something given back — and choose one or two you could start this year. An Elite Prep counselor can help you plan the rest.