LOR - COLLEGE
What the the purpose of a letter of recommendation:?
To vouch for your qualifications and character
What should you start your internship cover letter with?
The position you're applying for.
What other important document does a cover letter typically accompany?
Resume
How long should a cover letter for a scholarship be?
One page
Amelinda Berube, Jenny Elder Moke, and Ashley Elston are all YA authors. What does "YA" stand for?
Young Adult
What should you send to someone who writes you a LOR?
Thank You note
When the cover letter is complete, what should you set time aside for?
Reviewing and editing
What can a cover letter do for a gap in your resume?
Help explain it
What is the first part of a scholarship cover letter?
Introductory paragraph
Maurice Ashley was the first what in chess?
Black Grandmaster
What should you do a week or two before the LOR you requested is due?
Follow up
Where do you highlight relevant knowledge, expertise, and education?
The body
What is the last part of your cover letter?
Closing line
In what part of the cover letter should you thank the reader for their time and consideration?
Concluding Paragraph
Orla Fallon was a founding member of the group Celtic Women. What country is Celtic Women from?
Ireland
What type of applications typically require letters of recommendations?
College applications.
Where should you look for key words to include?
Job description
What is your "pitch?"
The part where you're selling yourself
How do you prove you are a good fit (for the scholarship)?
Give examples
Special Makeup FX artist Morgan Muta's first job was pumping goo through the mouth of what monster?
Alien
Recommendation letters are typically written by one of three groups of people. Name one.
Teachers, Counselors, Managers
If you have little or no job experience, what can be helpful to show potential employers?
Relevant coursework
Who should you address your cover letter to?
A real person
What should you relate to the scholarship goals?
How your chosen studies align
Chef Walter Staib's restaurant was called City Tavern. What city was it in?
Philadelphia