Writing recommendation letters for an applicant

LoveMYSP
Wed, 15 Aug 2018 16:33:36 +0000

Hello everyone,

 I tried to search for this topic, but most of them are about students asking their teachers to write LORs for them. I am interested in seeing the other side. You see, I am writing a recommendation letter for the first time for a student who wishes to attend the University of Chicago, and would certainly like some advice.

I served as this student's instructor for a course and was very impressed with the student's caliber, and believe that I can write a strong letter. That said, I am only a 2014 graduate of the college. Does being a relatively young graduate of that college matter at all? Should I include that I'm currently a PhD candidate at a different college as well, or just leave it as that I served as her instructor for a course? If someone could also offer to proofread it for me, I'd be really grateful. Thanks!﻿