Letters of Recommendation
The president is happy to write letters of recommendation for students whenever appropriate. Please provide at least two weeks' notice and the following information:
- One paragraph explaining how you met the president, how long you have known each other, and in what capacity.
- One paragraph detailing your academic achievements, grades, special projects, the subject of a paper of which you are especially proud, etc. How do you interact in class, how much do you contribute to the intellectual discussion/language learning of the class overall, and what are your study habits like?
- One paragraph about your integration in the life of the College. Describe your involvement in committees, clubs, political initiatives, conferences, etc.
- One paragraph about your personality.
- One paragraph, if applicable, about any service projects you have completed.
- Add any information that you think is particularly relevant for the specific use of the letter, or any other important particulars that are not included in the above.
- Submit a resume if you have one prepared.
Please be sure to include your name and major. Send this information via email to PitzerPresident@jmswierski.com the day after you have requested your letter of recommendation.