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marburs

So- I just got a letter in the mail from my alma mater (college).  I have been asked to write a letter of reccomendation for a professor I had that is up for tenure.  I LOVE this professor- but I have no idea what I should write about.  All the letter said was 'write about his strengths, but we all have weaknesses and those should be addressed as well'.ug- don't know what to write- any thoughts please?

greenet

I did a couple of those for profs at allegheny. I think what actually happens is the prof gives them a list of possible students who could write one. I cant remember what I wrote exactly - I know one prof I wrote about how he was willing to meet with me individually - referencing specific examples and my experience. I also talk about how he and his family were involved in things outside the classroom- they ran student groups and were always involved. I wouldnt highlight too many weaknesses - but often people highlight thigns that would be a weakness to some, but in this position it is a strength.

marburs

at allegheny...?  what year did you graduate?

EmilyBerdell

I did one of these for my choir director/liturgical music director at my college. I wrote about my experience being taught by her. She cared about the students, was dedicated to the work, was skilled at the position, that type of thing. I definitely used personal examples of how she interacted with students and stuff like that. I promise it was much more eloquent than this post!

greenet

2004- a few years before you. but im sure we have some friends in common. A lot of my friends siblings went there. FI went there and so did my FBIL

greenet

i tried to find my letter, but it must be on my computer that died from a virus. Good luck. If your prof was that good, I am sure he or she will get tenure