Grace Madison Wu
Columbia University • Engineering • Class of 2023
Key Activities
Robotics
Mechanical Lead for 3 years, team achieved success including going to Worlds and placing at Districts, 16+ hours/week commitment, reselected as mechanical lead
Environmental Organization
President of school's largest student-led environmental group, organizing cleanups, fundraisers, and discussions, raised $875 for local organizations
Columnist Intern at "e" Magazine
Wrote articles on environmental topics and emerging sustainable technologies, some republished
Facility Volunteer at Recycling Center
Dedicated significant hours to niche environmental activity
Imaging and Data Analyst Intern at UW Madison
Contributed to data analysis for project in Material Science and Engineering department, resulted in published paper, co-authored paper submitted to scientific journal
Volleyball
Played on JV and Varsity teams, time-consuming but enjoyable
Virtual Tutoring
Volunteered over 250 hours for L to B Foundation, received award
Yearbook Co-Editor
Managed sports and academic sections, yearbook inducted into Walsworth Gallery of Excellence
Tour Guide and Peer Tutor
Assisted new students and provided academic support, Pathways Mentor helping new students of color acclimate
Violinist
Participated in Symphony Orchestra (freshman year), included middle school orchestra to demonstrate long-term commitment
Additional Activities
Varsity rower, neighborhood magazine writer, summer restaurant worker, de-pop seller
Scholarships & Awards Received
Advanced Courses
Advanced Placement (AP)
Other Advanced Courses
Additional Acceptances
Intended Majors & Universities
Applied to programs focused on Environmental engineering with emphasis on robotics, environmental advocacy, research publications, and depth in focused activities across various universities.
Notes on Application
Self-studied all AP exams as school did not offer AP classes
Emphasized depth over breadth in activities, focusing on niche interests relevant to future goals
Sent update email to all schools after early action deferral with new achievements
Update included co-authored paper submission, environmental club fundraising, yearbook honor, publications, robotics commitment
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