Sample profile · Medicine and Health
Extracurricular Activities for a Future Public Health Advocate
Xavier 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 public health advocate is headed, grouped by what each one demonstrates.
Leadership and Initiative3
- Founder of “Healthy Futures” Club
- Promoted awareness of public health issues through workshops and events.
- Creator of School’s Nutrition Initiative
- Partnered with the cafeteria to include healthier food options.
- Organizer of Annual Health Fair
- Brought in speakers to discuss topics like vaccination and mental health.
Research and Internships1
- Research Assistant at University Lab
- Focused on the spread of infectious diseases.
Competitions, Awards and Presentations1
- Participant in International Public Health Competition
- Presented a solution to improve sanitation in rural areas.
Service and Teaching3
- Volunteer at Local Free Clinic
- Assisted patients with paperwork and provided emotional support.
- Peer Educator on Substance Abuse Prevention
- Led schoolwide campaigns on the dangers of vaping.
- Volunteer for Red Cross Blood Drives
- Managed logistics and recruited donors.
Writing, Media and Projects1
- Published Author in Public Health Journal (Youth Section)
- Wrote about health disparities in urban communities.
Teams, Clubs and Programs1
- Varsity Cross Country Team Member
- Advocated for fitness and mental well-being.
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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.