Why I rejected UCLA

In this episode, Shivom Sood, a student at Emory University and COO at Project CLAY, dives deep into the college selection process. Shivom shares valuable insights on how to choose the right college, what institutions prioritize when shortlisting students, and how you can stand out in the application process.
Key Highlights:
How to select the best college for you
What colleges are really looking for in applicants
Shivam's personal journey from high school to Emory
Essential skills you should develop before and after college for long-term.
Join us for this insightful discussion and learn how to strategically prepare for college and beyond!
Timestamps:
00.00 - intro
1:15 - Why Emory?
3:02 - Rejecting college
3:12 - how to get accepted ?
4:07 - What does a college look for in students ?
5:10 - Should you develop a spike or be an all-rounder?
6:12 - Getting started in your extracurriculars
7:00 - College club
8:15 - Power of networking
10:05 - Profile Presentation
12:00 - Journey to Hustler
13:38 - Connecting with Project Clay
15:40 - How do you find Relevant people for help?
16:10 - ADVICE
17:55 - About Project CLAY
23:02 - Transformation from India to USA
24:53 - Tip for Freshers
25:12 - Outro