Recommendation letters are important.  Not only do they make (or break) a student's application, but they also reflect upon the issuing person and institution. How do you make sure that your letter informs the prospective employer about the student, and shows off his or her best qualities?

The articles below provide information and assistance on writing effective recommendation letters:

• GSAS Guide for Teaching Fellows on Writing Letters of Recommendation, Harvard University

• Stellar Letters of Recommendation

• Letter of Recommendation Guide