Community Service really that important?

<p>Thanks for the replies. That's what I "wanted" to hear :)</p>

<p>@ sanders - I'm doing some research @ UCLA. Not sure exactly what it is, but I think it will be with Rheumatoid Arthritis.</p>

<p>Helps somewhat. I will certainly mention my near-500 hours... (although I know some people do even more than that, it still shows dedication. I think.)</p>

<p>It's annoying because I had about 100 hours with my baseball team (community service, helping out with the 5 year old try outs) but I didn't get credit for any of it.</p>

<p>BTW, if this lab research doesn't work out (for any reason), what other things should I be looking to do? Sitting around won't help anyone.</p>