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Week 26

Week 26. Turn in: Week 25 Time Sheet (2/2 – 2/8/14) Assignment: “Self Letter of Recommendation” Copy of January Pay Stub (or February) This Week: Week 26 Time Sheet (2/9 – 2/15/14) Fill in letter of rec solicitation sheet Over due Resumé Cover Letter Thank You Letter

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Week 26

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  1. Week 26 Turn in: • Week 25 Time Sheet (2/2 – 2/8/14) • Assignment: “Self Letter of Recommendation” • Copy of January Pay Stub (or February) This Week: • Week 26 Time Sheet (2/9 – 2/15/14) • Fill in letter of rec solicitation sheet Over due • Resumé • Cover Letter • Thank You Letter • Training Plan and Agreement

  2. Letter of Recommendation What you need to know before you ask……..

  3. What Is a Letter of Recommendation? • A letter written on your behalf • Can be written by a teacher, employer, counselor, etc • Your referrer recommends you to the school, job or scholarship you are applying to. • You are often not allowed to see what the referrer writes.

  4. Why Are They Necessary? • They help future employers or schools get a better picture of you. • They can emphasize non-academic accomplishments. • They explain why you will be an asset from someone who knows you. • Most will require 1-3 as part of the application.

  5. How to Write Compelling Letters of Recommendation Jennifer L. Bloom, Ed.D. Associate Dean for Student Affairs & the Medical Scholars Program University of Illinois College of Medicine at Urbana-Champaign jlbloom@uiuc.edu 244-1512

  6. Overview • Importance of Letters of Recommendation (L of Rs) • What you need to ask students to provide • Tips for writing letters • How to diplomatically say no to a request • Sample good and bad letters

  7. Importance of LORS • “A L of R is a letter that makes a statement of support for a candidate….(it) should also present a well-documented evaluation, providing sufficient evidence and information to help a selection committee in making its decision.” • Typically the letters are given a lot of weight in the decision • Can be as important or more important than other components of the application • Allows the reader to get a clear idea of what the person is “really” like

  8. What Students Need to Provide You • At least 2 weeks notice • Deadline for submitting the letter • Complete information about the job, school or award

  9. Tips for Writing Good Letters • Put yourself in the shoes of the recipient of the letter – what would you be seeking? • Provide specific details about their strengths • Compare the student with others that you have known • Share stories that illustrate the student’s qualities • Potential topics: student’s potential, professionalism, interpersonal & leadership skills, passion for medicine, etc. • Write on official letterhead • Proofread your letter – especially the student’s name

  10. Format of Good Letters • Opening • Dear Program Director: • Include student name • Indicate the nature and length of your relationship • Body – use specific examples • Closing –reiterate the strength of your overall recommendation. • Would you recruit this person if you were hiring?

  11. Asking for a Letter of Recommendation Making it easy for the writer

  12. Who Should I Ask? • Ask someone who knows you personally and academically. • Ask someone who knows about your career plans. • Ask someone who will write a strong letter. • Ask someone who will complete the letter on time. • Check your application to see if they require a specific person (counselor, teacher, etc.). • Good examples: teachers, counselors, employers, coaches, advisors, supervisors, etc.

  13. What Should I Give to My Referrer? • A recommendation form from the school (if applicable) • The address to send it (an addressed and stamped envelope too!) • A list of accomplishments so they have something to work with • A way to contact you with questions • Plenty of time before the deadline • A big Thank You!

  14. How to Ask? • If you know some of the faculty well, politely ask them to write you a letter and give them plenty of information. • If you aren’t very close with any school faculty, try one of the following statements:

  15. Starters: • Hi. I am applying to ______ and am looking for people to write me a letter of recommendation. I have a list of my interests and accomplishments to help. Would you be willing to write a letter on my behalf? • Hi. I am applying to _____ and was hoping you could write a letter of rec for me. If you need to know more about me, maybe we can meet after class? I have a list of my interests and accomplishments with me as well.

  16. References • Rochester, L., and Mandell, J. (1989). The one hour college applicant: You don’t need to read a 300-page book to apply to college. Memphis: Mustang Publishing Company.

  17. Questions??

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