Rationale

I am happy to provide letters of recommendation for qualified former or current students. Before you request a recommendation, ask yourself the following questions:

1. Is Dr. Kozma the right person for this recommendation?

2. Does her expertise/comments speak to the position I am working to obtain?

3. Have I distinguished myself in a way that makes sense for Dr. Kozma to write me a letter of recommendation?

Graduate School Recommendation Checklist

If you are requesting a recommendation for graduate school from Dr. Kozma, you must provide the following documents no less than 6 weeks prior to your first application deadline.

• Current resume/CV

• Letter of application/personal statement [if required by application]

• Statement of purpose

• Unofficial transcript

• List of the school or school to which you are applying – give bullet points about why you’ve selected each program including any other key terms mentioned on the website or in the application that should be addressed in the letter

• Writing samples and/or portfolios submitted

• Details about where letter should be submitted and a clear outline of due dates

Internship or Job Recommendation Checklist

If you are requesting a recommendation for an internship from Dr. Kozma, you must provide the following documents no less than 4 weeks prior to your deadline.

• Current resume

• Any accompanying information requested with the application (cover letter, writing sample, transcripts, etc.)

• Description of the internship/job you’re pursuing and a brief overview of how this aligns with your existing skill set. For internships, add in a section about how this position will help you develop skills that align with your academic program and/or career trajectory

• Any other key terms mentioned on the website or in the application that should be addressed in the letter

• Details about where the letter should be submitted and its due date