I was just invited into the National Honor Society and somebody told me that it looks great on ur college resume, but then somebody else told me that colleges don't even look at it. What's the truth?
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It probably depends on what type of school you're looking for and what other things you have on your application.  I don't even remember listing NHS because there wasn't even room on the application for it and had plenty of friends who didn't list it either.  Nothing came of it.  It's so easy to get into NHS that I don't think it's that big a deal for the top colleges.\n\nConcentrate more on the GPA, SATs, and other outside activities.\n\nIf you're asking whether you should actually join or not, sure go ahead unless they're asking something unreasonable these days.  I think it's a little community service and/or tutoring or something close to that.  You might make new friends and it's another social activity.
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All colleges prefer students who have been involved in extracurricular activities. It may make the difference between getting in and not getting in.
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You might be viewing your degree in the wrong light.  How people see a degree is that someone can commite to something. \n\n Your next step is to focus on what you want to do and even volenteer your time to get just a little experience and that can make more of a difference that you might think.\n\nAt your old college you can go back and see about helping out with things in your degree field and that is viable experience as well.
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A lot of colleges are recognized. I think it depends on what college you study from.  Good luck.
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Academics are your first priority in school. Like it or not. Even at the college level, I had to keep a 3.0 minimum grade point average. If you can't dedicate yourself to your studies, then what is there to make the coaches think that you're going to dedicate yourself to your sport? Remember too that people who are on school teams are representing that school in all aspects, not just for the sport.
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They usually do count. When you apply for colleges, they look at your transcripts which has every single class and grade listed. Good Luck!!
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Depends really, If your in high school there is nothing that will shake that presumption.. I knew better I was on the football team and I noticed all the hot girls in band so when I would take one of them to the parties people would always say WoW that's a hot band nerd. So your out of luck.. In college though people are a bit more open minded and some see playing instruments as a valuable talent, so if they still say your a nerd maybe you are. Its valuable to have a lot of friends outside of music class
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There is no one standard; every school is different.  "Honor roll" can be as low as 3.0 (a "B" average) or as high as 3.5.  Since you said "HIGH honor roll", your school probably has degrees of honor.  "High" could be 3.5, 3.75, or even and 4.0.
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Just because someone is smart, others DON'T automatically think they're "not cool". I was A honor roll, National Honor Society, Class President, and all that fun stuff - yet no one ever saw me as a "glasses-wearing intellectual", because it's all about whether or not you know how to have FUN! You can ace every class, and it just matters how you act about it to everyone else. Just relax and try to not be so rigid.
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Somewhat they would like you to purchase the book as well.\nThe Deans list for college is a better list. You dont need it unless you need validation for your accomplishment, but as a college student (on the deans list) your already on track. \nGood Luck
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Hello,\n\nI am a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.  I am fully aware of the stereotypes that surround all of the african american greek letter organizations. I am a dark-skinned member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.\n\nPersonally, I think that it is just as unlikely that all of my sorors fit into that small state of mind as it is impossible to assume that all black are criminals.  My sorority as well as the other sororities mentioned by another answerer were all founded on principles that would allow us to contribute to the world around us, now, are there any members of the organizations that would fit into the stereotypes....of course there are.  No matter what you could come up with I am sure that you can find a member of any organization to fit it.....but it is unfair to say that we all fit into any particular mold.\n\nPerhaps the sorors who are watching you and who speak to you think that you would be a good fit into the sorority....it does not have to mean something negative......perhaps you should consider that.\n\nI don't think that there is one or two types of people that we tend to associate ourselves with.  That would be nearly impossible.  There are nearly 200,000 of us worldwide.  I know plenty of sorors who socialize with people from every walk of life.  Greek and non-greek.  We like anyone else gravitate towards the people who we think we can be friends with...and if RUSH is coming up soon at your school, there is a huge possibility that they are interested in you as a candidate for membership.\n\nDon't be so quick to lean towards the negative......things are not always what they seem!\n\nBest wishes to you!!!!!
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dont put it in your resume. what you can do is when you are called to an interview bring a portfolio of awards, like making the deans list etc.,
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Don't rely solely on your GPA.\n\nI sure hope you were in clubs or participated in school activities.\n\nGPA is important, but they like to see involvement.\n\nSports, clubs, etc. and not just joining the pics for the yearbook, but actually having participated.
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Who cares how it looks to other people? You should be proud of yourself. At least you are trying. It doesn't matter if it takes you 10 years to complete college, at least you haven't given up. That says something great about your character. My sister had a baby her second year in college, so it took her an extra year and a half to finish, but she did it, and so can you. I know you don't know me, but I am proud of you! You are setting a great example for anyone who wants to go to college and make something of themselves. Keep up the good work, and pat yourself on the back. Here, I'll pat for you (pat, pat, pat!)......Take care......
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It is sad that a college education means squat now a days, but true. You need to know someone within. \n\nTry this:\n\nContact the person who actually reads the resumes, develop a rapport, ask if you can send them your resume'... This way, it wont end up in a big pile of unsolicited, unneeded, unwanted resumes.\n\nFact: 90% of resumes never get read.
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Without stating the obvious, they are looking to find out why you think you would be a worthy recipient of their funding. \n\nScholarship organizations aim to give their money to students who are grateful, high-acheivers, not those who feel "entitled" to college funding or who plan to goof off during their college years.\n\nIf you feel that you fit this criteria, let the donor know of your educational and/or career goals.  If the scholarship is based (even partly) on financial need, let them know that their award can bring you one step closer to acheiving these goals.  If it is based on merit (in part or in full) let them know that, if they offer you this award, you will not let them down -- and then remain true to your word.\n\nFinally, I assume you mean scholarship wIth a "p"?  Make sure you check your spelling before you submit your application: calling it a "scholarshit," even by mistake, is a surefire way to eliminate yourself as a candidate.
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sure there is more attention to you, as people must think a freshman making a varsity team is really good. however, the coaches know what you've got, and they wouldnt have put u on the team just to make u feel bad. They know you will contribute to the team. just do what you always do; furthermore, as much attention may be drawn to you, people know that you're only a freshman. dont worry about what other people think. play ur game