GENERIC REFERENCE  LETTER

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1234 School Road

School, KY 00000

(270) 555-5555

Date:

To Whom It May Concern:

It is with pleasure that I write this letter of reference on behalf of John A. Student. Please consider the following nonconfidential information when considering John for a position.

I have known John for two years in my capacity as Assistant Director of Programs at School University. John worked as my student assistant. Based on John's work performance, along with his perfect attendance record, I would not hesitate to recommend John to any position of employment. John has many outstanding qualities to offer an organization. He communicates well with both individuals and groups. He exhibits great leadership abilities and can work well alone or in a group setting.

It is for these and other reasons that I wholeheartedly recommend John A. Student for employment with your

organization. If you have any additional questions concerning John, please contact me at the number listed above.

Sincerely,

Shirley A. Ordway

Assistant Director of Programs