A compelling reference letter can be a decisive factor in the hiring process. The value of a strong recommendation cannot be overstated in today’s competitive job market. I’ve seen how a well-crafted ...

Shortly after becoming a full professor, I asked a colleague who had held that rank for years to name the greatest challenge she had faced in this ultimate chapter of faculty life. Her instant reply: ...

Reference letters come in many different shapes and forms, so don’t think that one size fits all. I’ve written in the past about how to request reference letters in different situations, be it from ...

Academic reference letters are an essential aspect of academic life. Nearly every educator will be asked to write a range of reference letters during their career. In my long experience of doing so, I ...

You have /5 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. Writing reference letters for students and postdocs is part of my job responsibilities as an ...

You will probably have students ask you to write a letter of recommendation for graduate or professional school, a scholarship or fellowship, a job, or other types of experience. The following tips ...