• News

    2023-2024

    Call for Entries: Research

    October 30, 2023

    Do you have standout students who have engaged in scholarly research activities and have made meaningful contributions to a specific field? Recommend them for EAE's Research category and grant them recognition for their relentless hard work and determination.

     

    2023 Award of

    Extracurricular Activities Excellence

    in Research

     

    Submission Deadline: 23rd Nov, 2023

    Announcement Deadline: 21st Dec, 2023

    New Insight on Research: Scholarly Research Activities for High School Students

    October 30, 2023

    An increasing number of high school students are engaging in scholarly research during their high school years. However, they often face certain limitations. Our latest article introduces research activities tailored for high school students, with the aim of providing support and inspiration to your students.

    • Independent Research: Focused interests with essential skills
    •  Collaborative Research: Keen researchers with an open-ended focus
    • Customized Research: Specific interests, but in need of skills and resources

    New Insight on Career: Different Types of Career-Related Extracurricular Activities

    October 23, 2023

    Each activity offers unique benefits. Dive into our latest article to explore various types of career-related extracurricular activities that help students explore passions, develop essential skills, and prepare for the future.

    • Internships
    • Clubs and Organizations
    • Competitions and Contests
    • Volunteering and Community Service
    • Workshops and Seminars
    • Student-Run Businesses

    New Insight on Projects: Different Team Roles Necessary in a Project

    October 17, 2023

    Are you ready to supercharge your team projects and reach new heights of success? Check out our latest article to discover how every member can shine in their unique role:

    • The Leader - Set goals, manage deadlines, and motivate your team to victory.
    • The Researcher - Master the art of finding and evaluating crucial information.
    • The Creative Thinker - Bring innovative ideas and fresh perspectives to the table.
    • The Presenter - Turn raw data into compelling, organized presentations.
    • The Organizer - Keep everything on track with top-notch planning and coordination.
    • The Tech Expert - Master technical skills crucial to your project's success.
    • The Problem-Solver - Tackle challenges head-on and pave the way to solutions.

    New Insight on Projects: Why you need a Project experience in your extracurricular activity list

    September 27, 2023

    Are you aware of the incredible value that project experiences can bring to students' extracurricular activities? It's time to find out!

     

    In our latest blog post, we delve into why having project experience in student's activity list is an absolute game-changer.

    • Discover how projects enhance student's skill set.
    • Learn how they make students a standout college applicant.
    • Explore the long-term benefits of project-based learning.

    Read the full article now and unlock the potential of project experiences!

     

    Activity Sandbox Upgrade

    September 26, 2023

    Exciting news for our users! We've upgraded "My Activity" section to the all-new "Activity Sandbox" in the EAE system.

     

    It's students' revamped hub for managing, organizing, and supercharging their extracurricular journey.

     

    Now, students can add and label their activities status, and keep their extracurriculars on track effortlessly.

     

    This enhancement will make it easier than ever to manage and track students' activities, ensuring students stay organized and on top of their extracurricular journey.

     

    Remember to try it out and share your feedback!

    New Insight on Projects: How to do Project Management and Effective Tools

    September 26, 2023

    Are you ready to take your project management skills to the next level? Look no further!

     

    Discover tips, strategies, and essential tools for effective project management in our latest blog post.

    • Learn the art of project planning and organization.
    • Explore the must-have tools to streamline your projects.
    • Get insights on efficient team collaboration.

    Read the full article now and help your students enhance their project management prowess!

     

    October Review Cycle - Projects and Career

    September 25, 2023

    Entries submission deadline is on October 26, 2023, for the Projects and Career categories.

     

    Stay informed about our most recent review cycle for October.

    • Projects Category: Students who have undertaken unique, creative, and impactful projects outside of traditional academic or extracurricular programs.
    • Career Category: Students who have actively pursued and developed their career interests and skills through extracurricular activities.

    Excellence Announced for August Review Cycle

    September 24, 2023

    Excellence was announced on September 24 for the EAE August Review Cycle. Congratulations to all the students who excelled in the categories of Art & Creation and Community Service.

     

    To view the results and download certificates, students can log in to their accounts.

    • Best Entry of Art & Creation:

    "Fracture·Combine·Reborn"

    Individual Work & Experience | Graphic Arts | Superior Award

    • Best Entry of Community Service:

    "Volunteer Work of Helping Autistic Children"

    Individual Work & Experience | Superior Award

     

    Inspiration on Demand

    September 22, 2023

    Looking for fresh inspiration? New feature update to the EAE platform!

     

    Now, students can click the "Give me some new inspirations" button in the Activity Ideas section to receive random activity ideas from various categories.

     

    Additionally, students can filter ideas by category to find the perfect fit.

     

    Entries Submission Closes for September Review Cycle

    September 21, 2023

    The submission period for the September Review Cycle has officially come to a close for the categories of Innovation & Invention & Original Design and Networking on September 21, 2023.

     

    Make sure you've successfully submitted your outstanding entries.

     

    If you missed this round, don't worry! Keep an eye out for the next review cycle and prepare your entries for a chance to shine.

     

    Stay tuned for the announcement of results on October 19, 2023.

    EAE Online Session

    September 1, 2023

    In our ongoing commitment to provide valuable resources to educators worldwide, we're thrilled to present an exclusive opportunity: a firsthand perspective from a seasoned college admissions officer on the critical connection between extracurricular activities and the college admissions process.


    Session Details:

    • Date: September 14th, 2023
    • Time: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. EST
    • Featured Speaker: Jared H. Rivers, Senior Associate Dean and Director of Access for the Bates College Admission Office

    Stay informed about the online session.