<p>I've been reading the threads on here and a lot of people seem to focus their EC's based on their intended majors or show a lot of depth in a couple of areas. I really love English and I think I might major in that (not sure, I'm just finishing up sophomore year), but either way it's something I want to show a lot of dedication in. I don't really know what I could do related to that though. I'm homeschooled besides classes at a community college and online stuff, so I can't be editor of the paper or anything like that. I've taken English at the community college and will at a university next year, but I'm not sure what else I could do. Is there anything else besides taking classes?</p>
<p>Check into your local newspaper, I know mine has a section once a month where teens write the articles. Or maybe you could write for the paper at the college your taking classes at. Or join a book club. Don't do these things to put on your app though, just do them if they are things you enjoy</p>
<p>I write for the paper, edit the school literary magazine, and just... well... write. There are also many writing contests out there and summer programs that are available. :) </p>
<p>See if you join a writing circle (you help read over and edit each other's works..) or see if you can get involved wih the newspaper or literary magzine at the college or university you're taking classes at.</p>
<p>The depth of your activities depends on how you develop and where you want to go. My best advice right now is for you to really do as much writing as you can to get insight into what your forte is, what you want to do specifically. Once you can start figuring out those mechanics, the rest of the things come easily.</p>
<p>It's a bit late right now, but there are many wonderful writing/journalism camps. Filter through the summer programs on CC for some programs that you may want to look into for next year. </p>
<p>Continue taking extra classes at the college- look for interesting, unique classes that would develop your interest. You do not have to take strictly "writing" classes to show an interest in English- English is so comprehensive. If you are interested in film or drama, you can develop those from an English perspective. Perhaps do an independent research study and write a research paper and submit it. You could do a semester where you read a canon of books- perhaps 30 books on Tibetan Buddhism or something you are interested in.</p>
<p>Look for internships at local magazines, newspapers, even television stations,etc. See if you can write for the local newspaper or magazine. There are many opportunities if you search online or look on the internet. </p>
<p>There are many online sites to display and showcase your writing, if you like to write. You could consider creating a portfolio of work- poetry or short stories, or even a novel. Create your own website with your writing. Create a forum for other writers to display their work, connect and share advice. Do you see where I'm going with this? There are literally, SO MANY things you can do. I just pulled these out because they came to mind. The best advice is for you to develop your voice and passion- the activities all fall into place afterwards. It takes a while for some to let that genuine light fall through, but once it does, it's quite easy to find things related to your passion or intended major.</p>
<p>You can also do things like start a literacy project at a local library or school. Tutor other kids in reading, writing, or English. Start an Ap English study group with other homeschoolers. Hold writing workshops at the Boy's & Girl's Club for ESL kids. Write your own book or collection of essays and post it online as a literary journal. Volunteer to help illiterate adults learn to read. Drama might be another option... perhaps a Shakespeare festival volunteer? Just think of something you would like to do and then find a place to do it. There is always room for a young person who wants to help. You know, all of your EC's do not need to be connected to you major, they can just be activities that help you mature and be a better person.</p>
<p>Write for the newspaper (Teen Voices, Yeah, not alot of people care about this section, but it looks decent on apps), Literary Magazine, Newspaper for School, Internship at some writing place, Scholastic Arts and Writing,</p>
<p>volunteer with a children's program at a public library</p>
<p>I helped set up and read a few original short stories at a farm-related weekly reading a few summers ago. It was a fun and helped the community, as much as a cliche both of those statements are.</p>