Statement of Interest....grad school?

Question

Is it a good idea to talk about volunteer work that you did in this 500-word statement? So far, in the part that I'm talking about my future goals, I wrote that I am interested in becoming a professor and teach university-level students.
I have done some volunteer work in adult literacy (teaching adults how to read & write), so do you think this would be considered "teaching" experience, and do you think it will improve my chances of getting in? Or is it irrelevant?

Answer 1

This will not improve your chances of acceptance into any graduate program, unless you are applying to an Education program.

PhD programs want to know about your research abilities, not your teaching abilities.

However, I would mention it, albeit briefly. All other things being equal, it could give you an edge over other candidates in terms of being awarded a teaching assistantship.

Answer 2

Its relevance would depend on the program. Many grad programs are interested mostly in whether or not your research interests match those of the faculty, and not so much that you're interested in teaching. As far as they're concerned, if all you want is a Ph.D. to teach at the university level, you can do that anywhere and so they'd rather give a spot to someone who "fits" better with the program.

Again, some types of programs may be different (less research-oriented disciplines). If you've already covered how the program is a good fit for you and you for it, then you might as well discuss your goals to teach. However, talking about your previous volunteer experience in your statement would probably be unhelpful (unless it's an education program, perhaps) and just waste space. Sending a resume/cv that lists your previous experience, including that volunteer work, may be a better way to convey this information so that it increases your chances of getting in.

Answer 3

It is relevant. Just make sure to make it short and sweet, as you only have 500 words available in this essay. Usually, when I write an essay and want to emphasize some of my volunteer work or community service, I write something like, "My goal is to ________. I have already begun establishing my goal through ___________." That way, it seems as if it flows naturally and is relevant to the essay question instead of sounding like you've added an entire paragraph to talk about your past work.

Answer 4

it states that in a sluggish, proper pass of an incompressible fluid, the entire potential, at any aspect of the fluid is consistent. i.e entire potential =kinetic+stress+potiential energies so1) stress potential=p/(density* g) 2)kinetic potential= vsquare/(2*g) 3)potiential potential =z subsequently , upload all those issues a million+2+3 we get, p/(density* g)+vsquare/(2*g)+z=consistent by potential of ways i learnt in 4 sem mechanical B.E

Answer 5

Yes it would help.... you should definitely mention that.... It is really good for your whole interaction thing.... shows that you can relate well to adults and all.... and that you can impart knowledge.... do not dwell on it too much.... maybe 2 sentences, though.

Answer 6

most good schools look at more than your grades. Volunteer work and extracurricular activities are very important.

Answer 7

Sure it show you did more than just attend classes

Answer 8

Definitely relevant, put it in.

Answer 9

anything you can add is great..