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@yashvardhansharma42244 жыл бұрын
But, it doesn't say that it's free. It says $30 to schedule a call.
@brooke-sterling9 ай бұрын
Hey, did you write a fiction or nonfiction book?
@franklin78254 жыл бұрын
What are passion projects? 0:32 Why passion projects? 2:17 How do you pick a passion project? 4:17 How to turn your idea into reality? 5:57
@guywithoutglasses01993 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@dragonist43582 жыл бұрын
Tyyyyy
@amylin17174 жыл бұрын
Omg thank you for this eye-opening video! I’ve always felt that I lack one particular accomplishment that top-tier colleges look for, and now I realized it’s this whole “passion project” idea. I hope I can pull something together before application season starts... (‘:
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Yay!! So glad it helped!! Good luck and stay true to yourself 💕
@sethxenofightersofficialx3 жыл бұрын
@@irisfu6929 I have a question are you excited about my passion project my game xenomon are you going to help find a group to help me
@medhavisingh17304 жыл бұрын
I’ve been binge watching a lot of your videos and I truly love your energy and how passionate you are about educating all of us and helping us on our path :) coming from an international student, applications are ambiguous but you’ve made it seem a lot simpler, thank you so much!!
@okma47202 жыл бұрын
doing lots of independent projects, such as my brothers film, my town’s documentary, my town’s workbook, 2 independent research projects, 1 research assistant, independent blog + pastimes -> side hustle pipeline
@polinakukhar51564 жыл бұрын
I’m a sophomore currently, but your videos are so helpful!
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Yay I’m so glad they’re helpful!! Subscribe for more :)
@Heyitsnanalala Жыл бұрын
Same
@triciahallknaut69323 жыл бұрын
Iris, I am an adult wanting to pursue my doctorate & I appreciate you so much! You are delightful & remind me of my niece! thank you because you have validated some of the ideas I am trying to organize to help inspire passion in others! Kudos!
@darby3762 Жыл бұрын
What a breath of fresh air this is. Most content these days is so full of fanfare that it makes me dizzy.
@divyagottiparthy24464 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this, I am currently a sophomore. I actually have been having this idea about a non profit I wanted to start. So this video seriously helped for self motivation. Thank you so much!
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Divya Gottiparthy that’s awesome!! Good luck with your nonprofit!
@lourdrickvalsote53934 жыл бұрын
We love a college youtuber🤩😍
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
ooof 😰we love a friend who comments
@dude_mude3366 Жыл бұрын
Rn im in high school and i realised i gotta do something special, and this is an amazing idea!!!
@michelletran24574 жыл бұрын
you’re so inspirational omg
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
🥺🥺❤️
@lifewithdevika_2 жыл бұрын
omg this video is amazing!!!! Thank you so much for sharing girl. You're amazing!!!!
@ale.kara7522 Жыл бұрын
best channel fr
@triniteedahn5084 жыл бұрын
You’re videos are helping me to stay motivated when it’s mentally daring to do so. I’m hoping to get into Yale for history, and have been painting snapshots of both national and international events, and I was wondering if that could be considered as a passion project? I don’t know if it’s detailed enough to be considered as one, or know if it really aligns with my intended major. Any tips or suggestions to help define my project? Thank you so much for all your videos!
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Yes, that sounds like a wonderful passion project!! The "enough" factor comes down to impact, so try to expand your project's reach to as many people from as many countries as possible!! I think it does align well with a history/humanities major. Perhaps you can include historical national and international events as well, or draw parallels between current events and historical events. Good luck and let me know if you have any more questions!!
@ethereal96584 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video!! It is a life saver 😍
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
majime yay! I’m glad it’s helpful
@cindyvalian53094 жыл бұрын
What if you don´t know exactly what you want to do in the future. How do I chose a "passion project".
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Just do whatever you feel like matters to you in the moment! Tbh I don't even know if I'm going to go into econ 10 years from now... I think as long as you pursue what you're curious or feel strongly about in the moment, you will do something great!
@jennahan35064 жыл бұрын
can you make a video focusing on starting an organization? it would be super helpful!!
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Yeah for sure!! Thanks for letting me know :)
@DarthVader-jm7xt4 жыл бұрын
Can you do a detail description of the book project you did? I’m currently working on one. Really need help
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Darth Vader okay yeah I’ll make another video going more in depth on the book 📚
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Hey I just posted a new video that goes more in depth on how you can publish a book!! 📖
@DarthVader-jm7xt4 жыл бұрын
Iris Fu thank you so much.
@Boomshakalaka1008 Жыл бұрын
I have a KZbin channel for children's read alouds and it's doing pretty well, but I want to be in STEM. Is it okay if my passion project does not correlate to my major? Or would it be a good idea if I started a STEM segment for kids where I read children's books about stem to help nurture the passion from a young age? plsss reply I love your advice.
@lingxikong69164 жыл бұрын
help I am an introvert and reaching out seems so hard is there any passion projects I can do without that much talking to people
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
ahh lol well I'm creating a passion project community over slack and will announce it on this channel through a community tab post this week. It'll be a more intimate/hopefully less scary environment to reach out and find potential collaborators
@lingxikong69164 жыл бұрын
@@irisfu6929 thank you for the idea!
@vania020520064 жыл бұрын
Iris Fu im so sorry but what does that mean?
@laibahmir82224 жыл бұрын
This is so helpful! Any recommendations for starting an independent project from home? Due to the coronavirus I probably can’t carry out some of the passion projects I wanted to start during the summer (free tutoring program for refugees/kids in low-income areas; free science camp for kids in low-income areas;etc). Now I’m pretty stressed since I have to apply in the fall and probably can’t start these :/
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Yeah that's a tough situation!! With the coronavirus, you will have to limit your ideas to things that can be done virtually. You could try starting programs online and advertising them through digital means. I see that your focus audience is low-income students, so that might be tough given that they may not have access to the internet. But maybe you can start writing your plan of action, or start playing with some different ideas for a passion project.
@peijack39104 жыл бұрын
You Are A Genius!
@dianacarolinepoma38964 жыл бұрын
Thank youuuuu I just need orientation 😭
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Yesss 🙌
@CuppiecakesxD3 жыл бұрын
Great advice ! How do you advise people not to only create passion projects/organizations solely for college apps. I’ve seen too many projects and organizations that were great but when the student got into college, they completely drop/abandon it.
@christianestrada54982 жыл бұрын
OMG that's so funny! I'm applying to boarding school (high school), and I did the same thing I called "passion projects" outside of school\extracurriculars.
@JasReads4 жыл бұрын
I’m really interested in majoring in Political Science at Standard. I also am SUPER into literature and books (hints my channel 😂) but I don’t think I’ll be minoring in English. I’m quite sure I’ll be minoring in psychology? Do you think a fiction novel with themes of criminal and justice and mental health would count as a passion project worthy of putting on my application?
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Lamour De Books ooo that sounds so juicy and I’d imagine any admissions officer, as a person like you and I, would be curious to learn more about that project - it’s so rare and unheard of! So yes, I think it’s worth it, especially if you’re interested and excited about making that book come to life!!!
@adeola19193 жыл бұрын
I'm into books and neuroscience but those are complete polar opposites so idk what to do
@Caroline-ls1gz4 жыл бұрын
Hello, thank you so much for this video, it was very helpful and inspiration! I want to start my passion project and one of my interests are musical theatre and digital art and I really want to become a teacher so I was thinking on making videos with digital animations teaching aspects of musical theatre and I was curious to know if this is a good idea bc I’m not sure if it’s too simple and not impactful enough?
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
It sounds really unique! The impact will just depend on distribution. I’d go for it and try your best, then see what happens!
@yeinellminder50124 жыл бұрын
I just started my passion project in a way but I'm already in my summer of junior year to senior year but I'm struggling to figure out how to make it a big project. Also, I did you do the class with Julie on Passion Projects, I am currently on the waitlist. I was wondering if maybe u could provide some guidance on how to make my passion project big enough? I already have a plan but i feel that its not enough.
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Hey! I never took Julie’s class. I started writing my book the summer after junior year and finished it right before senior year started. I don’t think it’s too late!
@yeinellminder50124 жыл бұрын
@@irisfu6929 okay thank you so much! gives me a bit of hope for my journey!
@adeola19193 жыл бұрын
what passion project are you doing
@ethanma41404 жыл бұрын
I'm Ethan, I'm planning to start a club at my school focusing on spreading awareness of the importance of our organ health through research. Like how this pandemic can affect our organs like our kidneys and more. I also am planning to do this event where my group and I collect food nutrition labels in our community and research what's good and what's bad for our organs and how we can change that for the better. (e.g cutting down portions of certain brands), I'm passionate about the sciences and planning on going into medicine in the future. I also really like graphic design, so I was just wondering if there are any ideas for my idea to stand out more? Or do you have anymore ideas, it would really be a big help
@medhavisingh17304 жыл бұрын
I love graphic design as well, and I’d recommend you using those skills to make everything a lot more appealing to your audience. There’s a certain design style that has been blowing up on Instagram (I presume that’s where you’ll be showcasing your project) which you could try out and take inspiration from to play the algorithm and attract new people to your page :) hope I helped!
@giannathomas70554 жыл бұрын
for your passion project, it’s all abt thinking outside the box, yk? focusing more towards graphic design as your niche would be more unique than one abt science just bc of the number of students who will be focusing on it bc of covid. but, it’s all abt what you’re passionate abt
@aneesahkarim34443 жыл бұрын
@@medhavisingh1730 I really want to learn graphic designing. But due to COVID-19 things have been really hard. Could you tell me how I could learn it for free? I really don't want to disturb my parents right now..
@adeola19193 жыл бұрын
@@giannathomas7055 idk how to think outside of the box. what do i even do? :( I'm interested in neuroscience and I'm a freshman. I mainly looking into things like the neuroscience of imagination and emotion and how things like how sugar affects our brain, but don't you think all those topics are too basic? :( idk. also how do i find reliable and credible neuroscience sources?
@giannathomas70553 жыл бұрын
@@adeola1919 “neuroscience” is very broad. think in the context of what you want to do with your degree in neuroscience. colleges love to hear that the acceptance they give you into their institution will lead to something “big” for them. do you want to be a professor of neuroscience? go towards maybe a youth startup or educational forums for the dangers of certain vapes/drugs on the brain. is it neurosurgery? try to get some research under your belt and email different local professors, even just having an idea and presenting it to them is a good start. i think when going outside of the box it’s all about helping people or coming up with something monumental. the latter is kinda hard so try to maybe focus on how you can give people access to resources, educate people, maybe start community forums. just anything on a large scale that you believe could use some “fixing” in your community
@orhanmorhan4 жыл бұрын
Hi Iris, I really love your videos! Do you recommend using canva for doing the cover page only or writing the whole book. Do you think Google Docs is a good platform for writing a book? If I use google docs to write my book, how am I supposed to get it in a "book" form? And also I still can't decide on what type of book I should write, how can I find a good topic? I'm sorry for the amount of questions 😅 because I'm so curious right now
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
I used Canva for the whole book -- i downloaded it as a PDF and plugged it into Amazon PDF which aligned every page of the PDF into a page of the book. Write about something you're interested in or have experience in. This can be anything (and I think you'll know what you like best)!
@aaa-wj6ls4 жыл бұрын
Iris Fu If my book is not exactly school appropriate but rather storytelling, would it still be ok to list it?
@kathrynjackson92233 жыл бұрын
Hi Iris!! Thank you so much for this video it’s really helpful! I’m a sophomore in high school. I have a plan to start my own passion project and I’m following your steps! When starting your organization, did you get a team to do it with you or did you start alone and build from there? Also, how did you appropriately approach mentors for help? Thank you so much again!!
@idorandomstuff24784 жыл бұрын
great video! do you think it’s too late for me to start one since i’m a junior and it’s almost june??
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
I started mine exactly at this time!
@gabyc71604 жыл бұрын
hi! if I booked a call with you on bullseye would we be able to discuss passion projects? im having a hard time trying to find one I can do at home
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Yes definitely! Looking forward to meeting you :)
@lucypatalano58284 жыл бұрын
hi! i’m a sophomore and i’m really into crocheting and i’m trying to figure out how to work that into a passion project. there are many organizations which crochet blankets for those in need. i was thinking of starting a website that connected crocheters with charity’s that they wouldn’t find normally. any tips on anything else i could do with this?
@patrickcannon65344 жыл бұрын
Hi, i’ve been binging your videos I appreciate them so much. I was if you could do a video on how to take initiative and create a non-profit. Also do you think that my idea for one is good considering my big involvement into instrumental music and my motivation to make music accessible for all. My nonprofit idea to to raise money for music departments in underfunded schools in my city!
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Hey I think your idea is great! I’ve had friends do that and get into great schools (but also just enjoying the process). I’ve made a non profit video already and can def do one on taking initiative! It’d be super helpful if you lmk specific questions you’d like answered in the video. That’d help me prep/figure out what to focus on! Thx 🤗
@yeqinzhang71774 жыл бұрын
I want to published a book too!
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Go for it!!
@Rotatingirene4 жыл бұрын
Hi Iris! Loved this video! I’m a rising sophomore in high school, and I was wondering how to get a lab internship. I feel like I’m too young to get one, but would I just have to email a bunch of professors and see if I can intern for them?
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Yes you mainly email!!
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Making a vid on this real soon so stay tuned!
@sarahkapadia32013 жыл бұрын
Hi. I am currently in my summer break, transitioning from the 8th to the 9th grade. Do you suggest I start working on any large-scale projects from now as we haven't really been exposed to the entire system by our school and it is really hard figuring everything on my own, especially because I live in India.
@kavinehaperumal60712 жыл бұрын
OMG I'm in the same situation!! I can't believe I finally found someone who's stuck in the same situation as me. I asked my school to initiate clubs or hold international competitions and the adminstration told me that there is no time for all that, and that students should concentrate on their education more than extracurriculars and all of that.
@PrekshaMohindra Жыл бұрын
hey!i totally get u ..im form india as well.. maybe we could do a project together? what do u suggest...do let me know
@Userpeace559244 жыл бұрын
ur inspiring
@yashvardhansharma42244 жыл бұрын
Hey! I've been having difficulty in scheduling the call, it says that I've got to pay money to talk for the first time as well.
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
I think that might be true. Bullseye has been updating their system/business model. However, the paid calls are still very affordable, starting at $30. Just lmk if you’d be interested and I can help you get started
@sejalpatil8144 жыл бұрын
Hey! So I had a question - does it matter what book you write? I would major in econ/business, so is it essential to write on related to those topics?
@reemavishwanath10462 жыл бұрын
Bro same here. I love fantasy/mystery books but yes I am also looking to major in Econ/business
@sadiaobaidul77404 жыл бұрын
How did you create a platform for the pen pal program? I had a similar idea but for a different purpose and I’d love some insight! ❤️
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
I made a video on this! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIfZf6t-itumgpo Check it out and lmk if you have more questions
@samonroll54277 ай бұрын
when including your passion project in your application, would you include it in your EC’s? sorry i’m not sure if this is a stupid question i’m kind of navigating college apps alone 😓
@user-yj5cw2hb1b4 жыл бұрын
hey iris ! i love your videos and they encourage me and help me out with my planning a lot and i am so greatful to have found your youtube page
@soundclubcentral4 жыл бұрын
I love your vids and i’m only a freshman so I still have time. Would creating an app/video game be considered bringing a community together/ go on my transcript?
@adeola19193 жыл бұрын
i think but im not sure. im also a freshman!
@p.ktendo17574 жыл бұрын
Good stuff
@alinasathani15714 жыл бұрын
do you think that it would be a good idea to create an org for the mental wellbeing of cancer patients like we could do things like create care packages and possibly ask local hospitals to help???
@ngonidzashemaposa71233 жыл бұрын
Where exactly in my application should I mention and talk about a passion project?
@anastasiyadenisenko87824 жыл бұрын
I want to start a program similar to the one that you did with students internationally, but with the elderly. How did you create such a program?
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Hi Anastasiya! I'm making a video going through the entire process of my passion project/video pal program. I'll be including members of our team in the video as well so stay tuned for that! Aiming to publish the video next Monday :)
@anastasiyadenisenko87824 жыл бұрын
@@irisfu6929 Thank you so much.
@zoe_ewi Жыл бұрын
Hello! I don’t know if you still respond to comments but I just want to say how much this inspired me to create one of my own! I’m still young (currently a minor) yet I’ve always wanted to create something that could potentially changed the world or at least it’s perspective. I have this idea that with the help of social media and my school could come to life. I just don’t really know where to star, so if you are still active I’ll like to ask how could I start this project and how could I pitch it to my peers? Thank you if you get to answer :)
@janelleyao4 жыл бұрын
So does your passion project have to be something related to the major you want to apply for? Or can it just be an area of interest?
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
It can be just an area of interest!
@inscseeker4013 жыл бұрын
Is it still possible to do a passion project for a senior who is planning to apply (may apply) again after a gap year?
@popcorncat1234543214 жыл бұрын
If I'm a senior this year, is it too late lol
@hannahzhou75373 жыл бұрын
What if I already created an organization but I want to deepen the impact of the people I’m helping? Thanks!
@happyhai16592 жыл бұрын
Anyone can recommend an advisor for passion project ? Thank you
@sofiyapatel2 жыл бұрын
Hi Iris! Im currently in 8th Grade, going into high school. I plan on starting my own club in highschool for girls in computer science. I want to make a difference, but I dont think I can go far with my little idea. How can I grow my idea and make it go global?
@TonyZH Жыл бұрын
the author is just a shabi don't bother it
@kitcatminnie77932 жыл бұрын
Hey Iris fu! I was wondering how you presented your passion project to colleges?
@aryannapulido66864 жыл бұрын
Ok, so I want to go to Stanford and major in political science. I’m in the process of creating two passion projects. They’re both websites, one of which focuses on educating teens on politics and current day events. The other one gives college and scholarship information to students in low-income areas who don't receive support. The reasoning for starting these websites all connect back to personal experiences. Are these projects strong enough to help me get into Stanford? Or do I need to do more?
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
They sound awesome and the motivation is great. How strong your project can get at this point depends on your impact-how many people can you reach and at what scope (state, national , international)?
@aryannapulido66864 жыл бұрын
Iris Fu I know I can get this to be statewide, but I’m hoping to reach a nationwide audience by the end of the year or the beginning of next year.
@aadritadasgupta3607 Жыл бұрын
I have a question (sorry I can’t get on call) but if I’m really passionate about writing fiction will self-publishing be enough? I don’t think news presses will want to cover a fantasy or sci-fi book.
@Angel-13 ай бұрын
Hey you still gonna write the book?
@aadritadasgupta36073 ай бұрын
@@Angel-1 Yeah, I am!
@Angel-13 ай бұрын
@@aadritadasgupta3607I can do any graphics/book covers/illustrations that you'll need for free(if you give me credit) I need some Collab and teamwork in my application. I'm a digital artist/graphic designer and 11th grader from India
@sehungurung21254 жыл бұрын
Hi, Iris from Nepal, I wanted to know if I'm not from the USA but I have someone from the USA, and what about using my parent's amazon account and social security number to publish my book?
@MrPathorock3 жыл бұрын
Which high school did you attend? I always think attending prestigious high schools is the most important factor
@surrealcereal9483 жыл бұрын
Hey, do you think it's fine to write about a topic that others have already wrote about numerous times? I'm very interested in educating people about scientific literacy.
@xianscott15874 жыл бұрын
How were you eligible to participate in the National Economics Challenge because it says “Students who have taken or are taking economics courses for college credit from a post secondary instructor are not eligible to compete”, weren’t you in college Econ classes ? I’m asking because I’m taking an Econ class at Harvard and I want to do NEC but I’m afraid I’m not eligible ? Is it possible I’m interpreting the rules wrong ?
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Interesting... perhaps the rule wasn’t there before or I just completely missed it? 😳 I’d email them to clarify, explain your circumstance, and ask if you’re eligible.
@Netra_Yadav4 жыл бұрын
Did u create a nonprofit or was it just an organization?
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
it was just an org!
@dadabarbados2664 жыл бұрын
I really want to play your videos on my class, so that my kids can learn sth. meaningful from your ideas. 😁 Hope it's ok to do so?
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Of course!! That would be really cool
@sameenrahman95933 жыл бұрын
How old were you when you started to writing your book?
@ernestobaci86234 жыл бұрын
Ur amazing!!! Please do a step by step video on how to start an organisation
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
I did! Check out the nonprofit vid I made
@ernestobaci86234 жыл бұрын
@@irisfu6929 damn, that is amazing, gon' check it out now
Hi Iris! Do you think you can edit one of my book? Since you published one yourself, I thought you would be a better person to reach out to. It’s a personal story book.
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Hey!! I think you should get a teacher/professor (someone with more credential) to edit your book. That’s what I did. I wouldn’t recommend getting peers with a similar knowledge base to look it over. Hope this helps!
@DarthVader-jm7xt4 жыл бұрын
Iris Fu Sure! Good idea! Thank you!
@avamarinos23183 жыл бұрын
what was your passion project?
@momikutum36174 жыл бұрын
Hey Iris ! Can you please help me in brainstorming some ideas for passion project ?😭 (My theme is connecting people and different cultures & spreading positivity and self-love and embracing themselves) ~Lots of love ❤️ (I texted you on instagram too)
@sauravsuman6374 жыл бұрын
Did you self publish it
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Yes
@sauravsuman6374 жыл бұрын
@@irisfu6929 how much did it cost? ( Excuse if it's a stupid question)
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Saurav Suman completely free! Amazon KDP just takes a commission on sales
@sauravsuman6374 жыл бұрын
@@irisfu6929 and the paperback edition
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Saurav Suman ^i was referring to paperback
@kalyantulsi54044 жыл бұрын
Which type of youtube channel are you talking about?
@irisfu69294 жыл бұрын
Uhh I’m not sure - could you provide some context to what I said?
@kalyantulsi54044 жыл бұрын
Iris Fu 1:38 “Running a blog or a youtube channel”. So, what can we upload to impress the school execs
@hannah3332 жыл бұрын
what about getting a group of fellow actors and going to a childrens hospital to entertain them, or teaching drama at schools? maybe to expose students to new things, and help them find passions, feel less anxious ect
@justjuliafiedd Жыл бұрын
Hi, I'm a high schooler looking for a partner to help me create an initiative focusing on equity and health in women's athletics. I have some ideas already, reply if you're interested!