{"id":37329,"date":"2026-03-31T14:59:28","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T07:59:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spu.ac.th\/contents\/2026\/03\/31\/dos-donts-portfolio-techniques-to-impress-the-committee\/"},"modified":"2026-03-31T14:59:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T07:59:28","slug":"dos-donts-portfolio-techniques-to-impress-the-committee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spu.ac.th\/contents\/en\/2026\/03\/31\/dos-donts-portfolio-techniques-to-impress-the-committee\/","title":{"rendered":"Dos &amp; Don&#8217;ts: Portfolio Techniques to Impress the Committee"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- START OF ARTICLE CODE --><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 20px; border-radius: 10px; line-height: 1.6; color: #333;\">\n<h1 style=\"color: #0056b3; text-align: center; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 20px;\">Dos &amp; Don&#8217;ts: Portfolio Techniques to Impress the Committee<\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 16px; color: #555; margin-bottom: 25px;\">Creating a standout portfolio is the first door to securing a scholarship for your dream faculty. Let&#8217;s look at some techniques to make your portfolio shine and catch the committee&#8217;s eye!<\/p>\n<p><!-- Table of Contents --><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #e7f3ff; border: 1px solid #b3d7ff; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px; margin-bottom: 30px;\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 18px; color: #0056b3; margin-top: 0; border-bottom: 2px solid #0056b3; padding-bottom: 5px;\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #007bff; font-weight: bold;\" href=\"#do\">\u2705 Do: What to include in your scholarship portfolio<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #007bff; font-weight: bold;\" href=\"#dont\">\u274c Don&#8217;t: What to avoid at all costs<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #007bff; font-weight: bold;\" href=\"#pro-tips\">\ud83d\udca1 Pro Tips! From SPU Seniors <\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #007bff; font-weight: bold;\" href=\"#faq\">\u2753 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Do Section --><\/p>\n<div id=\"do\" style=\"margin-bottom: 30px;\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 22px; color: #28a745; border-left: 5px solid #28a745; padding-left: 10px;\">\u2705 Do: What to do in your portfolio!<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: '\u2714\ufe0f '; padding-left: 25px;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Perfect Cover Page:<\/strong> Create a memorable first impression with a clean, professional cover that still reflects your personality.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Organize Your Content:<\/strong> Structure it for easy reading, such as Personal Profile, Educational Background, Activities, Projects, and Certificates. This helps the committee get to know you smoothly.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Showcase the Right Work:<\/strong> Choose <span style=\"background-color: #d1e7dd; padding: 2px 5px; border-radius: 3px;\">&#8220;quality&#8221;<\/span> over <span style=\"background-color: #f8d7da; padding: 2px 5px; border-radius: 3px;\">&#8220;quantity&#8221;<\/span> by focusing on pieces most relevant to the faculty or major you want to enter.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Tell Your Story:<\/strong> Use your portfolio as a tool to tell your story, dreams, and determination, showing why you are a great fit for an <strong style=\"color: #0056b3;\">SPU<\/strong> scholarship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Don't Section --><\/p>\n<div id=\"dont\" style=\"margin-bottom: 30px;\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 22px; color: #dc3545; border-left: 5px solid #dc3545; padding-left: 10px;\">\u274c Don&#8217;t: What to avoid at all costs<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: '\u2716\ufe0f '; padding-left: 25px;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Too Much Information:<\/strong> You don&#8217;t need to include every single activity you&#8217;ve ever done. Just select the prominent and relevant ones. The recommended length is 10-15 pages.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Cluttered Design:<\/strong> Using too many colors and fonts makes it hard to read. Keep the tone consistent within a single theme for a clean and professional look.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Using Exact Templates:<\/strong> Templates make work easier, but you should customize them to your own style to demonstrate your creativity.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"><strong style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">Forgetting Your Goals:<\/strong> Don&#8217;t forget to mention why you want to study at <strong style=\"color: #0056b3;\">Sripatum University<\/strong> and how this scholarship will help you achieve your dreams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- Pro-Tips Section --><\/p>\n<div id=\"pro-tips\" style=\"background-color: #fff3cd; border-left: 5px solid #ffc107; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin-bottom: 30px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 20px; color: #856404; margin-top: 0;\">\ud83d\udca1 Pro Tips! From Sripatum University Seniors <\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">Try creating your portfolio in a digital format (PDF) with interactive links to your online work, or attach a short self-introduction video (no more than 1-2 minutes) to stand out and show the committee your passion more clearly!<\/p>\n<p>Once your portfolio is ready, don&#8217;t forget to prepare for the next step! Read more about <a style=\"color: #0056b3; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"\/blog\/scholarship-interview-tips\">Techniques to Ace Your Scholarship Interview<\/a> right here. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- FAQ Section --><\/p>\n<div id=\"faq\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 22px; color: #17a2b8; border-bottom: 2px solid #17a2b8; padding-bottom: 5px; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\u2753 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h2>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #0056b3; margin-bottom: 5px;\">Q1: How many pages should a portfolio have?<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1; padding: 10px; border-radius: 5px; margin-top: 0;\"><strong>A:<\/strong> Generally, 10-15 pages (excluding the cover, preface, and table of contents) is ideal. Focus on selecting high-quality content and work that is most relevant to the major you are applying for.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #0056b3; margin-bottom: 5px;\">Q2: If I don&#8217;t have many certificates, can I still compete with others?<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1; padding: 10px; border-radius: 5px; margin-top: 0;\"><strong>A:<\/strong> Absolutely! Certificates are just one part. <strong style=\"color: #0056b3;\">SPU<\/strong> looks for people with passion and potential. Focus on showcasing your work, activities that demonstrate commitment, leadership skills, or creativity instead. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #0056b3; margin-bottom: 5px;\">Q3: Do I only have to include work related to the faculty I&#8217;m entering?<\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1; padding: 10px; border-radius: 5px; margin-top: 0;\"><strong>A:<\/strong> You should prioritize relevant work first, but you can include other achievements that show soft skills like teamwork, volunteering, or leadership. 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