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Shilpi Barb Annaline Webinar What Colleges Want Purpose Driven Extracurriculars for the Age of AI

What Colleges Want: Purpose-Driven Extracurriculars for the Age of AI

Top colleges want more than high GPAs and test scores. They’re looking for students with purpose, initiative, and real-world impact—especially in areas like AI, finance, and sustainability.

In this free expert-led webinar, you’ll discover how future-focused extracurriculars are helping students stand out and get accepted. Learn what’s working now and how your child can build a portfolio that aligns with their goals and today’s admissions trends.

You’ll Learn:

• How students are using AI, FinTech, and ESG to build standout portfolios • Why alignment with majors and college missions matters

• What “purpose-driven” really means—and how to guide your student

• Real examples of students accepted to top colleges

Who Should Attend:

Parents of middle and high schoolers, and Independent Education Consultantss seeking impactful, future-ready strategies.

Speakers:

  • Shilpi Agarwal, Founder of STEAM in AI and Former Adjunct Faculty at Stanford University

  • Barbara Leventhal, Founder of Barbara Leventhal Educational Consulting

  • Annaline Dinkelmann, Founder of TeachMeWallStreet.com

Shilpi Agarwal, recognized as a Woman Leading the AI Revolution in Education, is the founder of STEAM in AI and a former Adjunct Professor at Stanford University. A pioneer in ethical & human-centered AI education, she empowers middle and high school students to build real-world AI projects at the intersection of data science, design thinking, and social impact. Her programs help students create purpose-driven portfolios that strengthen college applications and prepare them for future careers in technology, healthcare, finance, business.

Barb, founder of Barbara Leventhal Educational Consulting, is a recognized expert in college planning and student enrichment. She helps students design meaningful projects that stand out to college admission officers and is the developer of Signature Project Activities.

Annaline Dinkelmann, founder of Teach Me Wall Street, is an expert in student financial education. She develops engaging, real-world programs that introduce teens to Wall Street, investing, and money management. Her courses help students to build skills that create future financial success and independence.