Guidelines for References

Thank you for accepting to write a letter on behalf of a Rainville Student Leadership Nominee. Please follow the directions below.

Letters can be from any member of the community; employer, staff, faculty member, academic advisor or a student, however only 1 recommendation can come from a member of the Rainville Selection Committee.

  •  LEADERSHIP/SERVANT/TEAM –  REFERENCE
    must comment on/answer all the questions below:
    1. Describe the student’s leadership abilities.
    2. How does the student’s work positively impact the University community?
    3. Describe the student’s level of involvement, commitment, and skills as a student leader.
    4. Explore the student’s degree of motivation, and how have they served to motivate others.
  • EMPLOYEE  – REFERENCE
    must comment on/answer all the questions below:
    1. How does the student make a significant contribution to the work environment?
    2. How does the student’s work positively impact the University community?
    3. What is the student’s strongest trait and how does that reflect in his/her job performance?
    4. If applicable, please identify independent projects or additional responsibilities performed by the student.
    5. In your opinion, why is this student deserving of this award?

Recommendation letters are due on or before Friday, February 09, 2024 at 5pm. Letters can either be hand delivered to Memorial Union 210 or submitted online below.

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