<p>I'm writing the first CA essay about a background/story that is central to my identity. But every website I look at online said to avoid writing about volunteer experiences. In my essay I mention and elaborate on several volunteer experiences, and how I wanted to do more than just volunteer at a specific place -is that okay, or should I avoid this?</p>
<p>My essay is mainly focusing on how these volunteer experiences made me organize and lead a club that relates to my passion, computer science. In my body paragraphs I explain the challenges and leadership skills of managing a club. Is this type of essay too generic?</p>