Note: This has been updated from yesterday (the updates are bolded)
For this post, we wanted to answer three questions: What does it mean for a project to be awesome? How much work should go into an application? And should we consider prior knowledge about an applicant when evaluating their application?
For a project to be awesome, some thoughts we had were that it should be creative, yet achievable. It should have an effect on the surrounding community and area that is larger than the sum of its parts. It should be long-lasting and have a good cost to reward ratio. Lastly, it should be accessible to everyone and well-advertised. Is there anything you guys think we should add?
For the application, we all agreed that the applicant should have to be able to provide a description of their project, its goal, and be able to make a case for why it is awesome. That can be in the form of a questionnaire. Rebecca brought up the point that it would be a good idea to have a second part to the application, where they outline the first few steps they would take to implement their project. In general, the application should be accessible but also informative.
*The application is drafted and we are working on sending it out ASAP
*Update: we decided to let people in the class apply. However, to keep it fair, no one in Group 2 will be allowed. We decided to keep the initial round of applications blind (we'll just cover up the name) and then we will narrow it down to 6 people to interview.
Thanks everyone! Let us know if you have any comments/concerns!
I think that when we are doing the reviewing of the applications we should not know the name of who submitted the project. Because, although we may say we wont be biased to who applied, I feel like its like an innate thing that happens. In addition, it gives everyone a fighting chances for being chosen as the recipient.
ReplyDeleteI think what you are looking for is good, but as we all know from the college application process, sheets of paper alone can't represent you as a whole. That's why I was excited about your plan to interview at least the last few candidates. So my note is to just try and get to know the person so you can get a feel for their potential, and dedication.
ReplyDeleteWe need to figure out how the interview process will look as well. We should only have one or two people interviewing. so that the applicant doesn't feel uncomfortable. How do we make that a class decision though with the interviews? Do we videotape them and show them? Or just ensure the interviewer won't be biased?
ReplyDeleteI think that all the ideas you guys mentioned about the application process are great and will really benefit the applicants in the process, and I also think we should emphasize originality and creativity on the application. That way we can get as many inspiring and original applications as possible.
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