Our Activities
You can pursue different types of extracurricular activities based on what
interests you in MMA/MMC. The strongest applications include a blend of
the following activities.
- Academic Activities:Examples include quiz bowl, debate, Quiz,
Leadership Program, model United Nations, pre-college
programs,and mock trial. These activities demonstrate a commitment
to lifelong learning beyond the classroom and an interest in furthering
your education. Colleges love to see academic activities on
applications.1
- Community Activities:These activities include service
or volunteering with local organizations. Possible groups include
Habitat for Humanity, cloths bank, food banks, and family shelters.
Colleges value these activities because they show you care about
other people and will likely contribute to the campus community.2
- Personality Activities:Personality activities emphasize to colleges
who you are beyond your grades, test scores, and application. They
make you a unique person who jumps off the page. Examples include
sports and scouting.3
Some Leading Activities at College are:
- Internships4
- Volunteering and community Service5
- Academic clubs and Teams6
- Leadership Work and Positions7
- Part Time Job8