Extracurricular activities are an important part of life. They show that an individual is multi-dimensional. They demonstrate interests, passions, personality, contribute to advancement of knowledge, engage in critical thinking, gain skills in working in a team environment and build a social network of friends interested in similar activities.
Further, they also help the admission committees at universities to get to know you beyond your academic and professional goals.
Activities being pursued outside work show that you can balance multiple commitments, and that you are able to balance academics and professional commitments with clubs, conferences, recruiting and more. They may also show that you have a larger view of the world, that you see what is happening outside your workplace and you are interested in being involved and contributing in some way; that you understand your own role as a leader and your ability to leverage your position and give back.
They make you a more interesting person, someone that can contribute to the diversity and vitality of a class and alumni network. It’s an opportunity to demonstrate qualities such as creativity, leadership, teamwork, communication skills, and initiative.
These qualities are important outside of a professional setting as well as at work. When thinking about ways to become involved in curricular activities, don’t get hung up on traditional volunteer work. There are many, many ways of creating a sense of diversity. A good place to start is with your own interests and passions. Think hard about what interests you, and how you can leverage those interests.
IRFAN ALI SHAH
Karachi
Good article dear, I think extra curricular activities are essential part of college life.. Keep it up!!!!
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