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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]What are some ways for a stem kid to separate themselves from the thousands of other high schoolers who do research, aime, “internships”, isef, etc? [/quote]

Twenty years ago the answer was grades. Then it became that + research. Then it became that (the new that, that is) + internship. Then it became that + birding. Then it became that+ non profit. As the world champion of punning example in the thread demonstrates, this is a never ending saga.

In the hunt for the latest shiny credential to add on, parents forget that AOs also seek to build a collaborative community. So amongst two equally qualified kids, the one that has demonstrated skills like working with others on a shared goal, helping others, ability to listen, ability to handle conflict/diversity of views, is the one you would want on your campus.

Trying to differentiate on credentials amongst STEM kids is difficult. Differentiating on behavioral skills is less frequently done, but could provide this edge.[/quote]

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