Dear Jessica,
You might remember me, I’m John from Psychology 101, like 2 semesters ago. I sat in the third row in the 2nd seat. Remember me now? Anyway, I wanted you to write me a letter of recommendation for this position on Debby Allen’s test study research. The deadline is this Wednesday. I thought your class was pretty cool bcus you had the easiest test and all you gave little homework. I can’t stand homework. I remember this one time I didn’t feel like doing it so I paid Frank Oglesby to do it. I got an A on that homework but I got a D- out of your class. I still don’t understand that but hey, the past is in the past. You’re pretty cool so that’s why I want you to write it. I’ll come by tomorrow to pick it up.
Outtie 3000,
John “Cool J” Smith
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Dear Dr. Ford,
My name is John Smith and I am a junior majoring in Psychology. I took your Psychology 101 course in fall of 2014 and finished with an A in the class. I will be applying for a position on Dr. Allen’s test studies research team, and the application is due by December 3. While I was in your class, I became fascinated with the fundamental processes of life that happen on a cellular level. In your class, I discovered my love for Psychology, and that has led me to apply for a position on Dr. Allen’s team.
If you are willing to write me a recommendation, please let me know and I will stop by your office with the required paperwork.
Thank you in advance for your time and assistance. I enjoyed your class, and it helped when I was trying to figure out what I wanted to do after college.
Best,
John Smith