<p>Your participation in research and orchestra are not community service. They are not examples of devoting your time to helping others. I believe Brown and Dartmouth will notice this straight off. I think they’ll also find it interesting that you took sociology- a breakout from your usual track. But again, that was for you, not for the benefit of others. Go for the ED that you would be happiest attending. If it doesn’t work out, add back in.</p>