BranchOut! Event Recap: Columbia University Essay Workshop
On November 16th, 2023, Columbia University was gracious enough to bring their Essay Writing Workshop to BranchOut! friends and families....
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Branch Out and Make a Difference
BranchOut!
Dr. Yuhsien Wu
Co-Founder
Dr. Meina Liu
Howard County
Chapter Chair
Richard Y. Wang
Co-Founder
Ms. Cuiwei Zhao
Howard County
Chapter Director
Paul Allen
Program Director
2023-2024 Student Management Team
BranchOut!'s Latest Events and News
BranchOut! Celebrates 8th Anniversary
After a summer filled with new developments, lifelong connections, and hundreds of service hours logged, the BranchOut! Student...
Upcoming Event: Columbia x BranchOut! Essay Workshop
Join us this November for a not-to-be-missed opportunity to prepare for your current or future college applications! Columbia University...
Q&A with College Admissions Officers
This year, BranchOut! was honored to host admissions officers from 14 different colleges and universities for two informative College...
You're Invited: BranchOut! Celebrates 8th Anniversary
Calling all BranchOut! members: past and present! You and your families are invited to celebrate BranchOut!'s 8th Anniversary on...
Supporting the Community Art Center (CAC)
Debuting its Boston chapter this summer, BranchOut! partnered with the Community Art Center (CAC) in Cambridge, MA by supporting their...
Student Leaders Reflect on Their BranchOut! Journey
BranchOut! hosted its summer 2023 picnic to celebrate the end of a successful summer on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at the Cabin John...
2023 Summer Picnic Recap
BranchOut! hosted its summer 2023 picnic to celebrate the end of a successful summer on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at the Cabin John...
2023 Admissions Nights!
Join us this August and September for four admissions workshops to meet current admissions officers from private high schools and...
BranchOut! Inspires with Another Successful Summer Supporting FCPS Students
Last year, BranchOut! returned its in-person tutoring program for the first time since the pandemic. This summer marked another...
BranchOut! 2023 Picnic/Social Event!
To thank our mentors for their hard work this summer, BranchOut! is hosting a potluck-style Picnic to provide a fun opportunity for...
Meeting Private High School Admissions Officers!
Did you know that around 40% of Ivy League students attended a private high school? Did you know that Mark Zuckerberg went to Phillips...
BranchOut!’s Explorer Magazine Highlights International Student Voices
The Explorer magazine, a student-managed program led by BranchOut!, will explore student voices throughout the international community in...
BranchOut! Celebrates a Successful Start!
As the first week of BranchOut! drew to a close, the team wants to take a moment to celebrate the successful start. We are happy to see...
BranchOut! STEAM CAMP is Now in Maryland!
Back by popular demand! BranchOut! had a successful STEAM camp last summer at the Pohick Library in Virginia, and we are excited to bring...
Creating an Impact: 2023 BranchOut! Opening Event
BranchOut!’s annual training and open house event took place on Saturday, June 24th, 2023 at 9 AM EST. During this event, we heard from...
BranchOut! a Proud Partner of Howard County Public School System
With the end of school, many summer programs have begun in Howard County Public School System. BranchOut! is proud to be invited back to...
Announcing 2023 Student Leadership Team
On Sunday, June 11th, BranchOut! student leaders met in the Vienna BranchOut! office to discuss plans for the upcoming 6/24 training...
Training the Next Generation of Leaders
BranchOut! mentors of the Howard County Chapter had an incredible opportunity to enhance their leadership qualities through a workshop...
Join Us to Support a Youth-Led Homeless Shelter!
BranchOut! Boston is excited to partner with a Harvard-affiliated youth shelter organization in Cambridge, which is the nation’s first...
BranchOut! is Now in Boston!
BranchOut! Boston had a fantastic time volunteering at Port Arts Fest in Cambridge, MA this past Sunday, May 21st. Hosted by the...
Supporting Students with Disabilities Through KEEN
On Sunday, May 7th, ten BranchOut! mentors gathered at the Kilmore Center in Vienna, Virginia, and participated in an event organized by...
The Explorer Wants to Feature You - Call for Submissions!
BranchOut!'s The Explorer, a magazine for teens from around the world, is looking for articles! Our theme for the spring issue is Looking...
Meet BranchOut!'s Student Leadership Team
Last Sunday, BranchOut! hosted its first in-person leadership meeting. The event was attended by a diverse group of students excited to...
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