Why Judging Matters: Many EB1A candidates leverage this criterion to stand out. Acting as a judge in your field speaks volumes about your extraordinary abilities. Craft a compelling narrative around this experience to leave a lasting impression on USCIS adjudicators. The beauty? Opportunities to judge are often more accessible, offering a strategic pathway to build a robust EB1A case.
Opportunities to Judge Here are examples of activities that contribute to meeting this criterion:
- Reviewing articles/manuscripts/abstracts for journals
- Participating in job interviews and project reviews
- Judging competitions, hackathons, or pitch decks
- Serving on a PhD dissertation committee
- Editorial board participation
- Assessments, including reviews of software, algorithms, technology, papers, and research
- Reviewing conference presentations/papers/posters
- Judging artistic showcases or music festivals
Evidence to Prepare Gather comprehensive evidence to address potential queries, including:
- Invitations, fliers, and information about events you judged
- Pictures documenting your participation
- Emails or letters expressing gratitude for your judging role
- Documentation proving completion of reviews
- Press coverage of your involvement
- Information about other judges and participants
- Support letters and details about prizes or awards
Considerations for Success Ensure the events you judge align with your field, prioritizing professional and peer judging experiences for maximum impact.
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