Anonymous
12/16/2025 13:01
Subject: If you know someone "important" at a college...
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Letters of recommendation should come only from people who know the applicant well enough to knowledgably comment on their abilities. It doesn't sound like that person does.
You could ask for information or an introduction. "Billy is interested in 6th century Persian literature. Do you know if there's anyone he could talk to about opportunities for studying in that area?"
Will probably result in a referral to St. John's College.
Or a mental health professional.
Anonymous
12/16/2025 12:58
Subject: If you know someone "important" at a college...
Anonymous wrote:Letters of recommendation should come only from people who know the applicant well enough to knowledgably comment on their abilities. It doesn't sound like that person does.
You could ask for information or an introduction. "Billy is interested in 6th century Persian literature. Do you know if there's anyone he could talk to about opportunities for studying in that area?"
This. You could ask for a connection to a professor in your kid’s area of interest for a conversation, but that’s it.
Anonymous
12/16/2025 12:56
Subject: If you know someone "important" at a college...
Anonymous wrote:I think you can say to your friend "Larla has decided to apply to X University next year. It's her top choice. Do you have any advice for her on her application?"
This exactly. If they can do something they might. If they can’t they won’t. It’s not a huge lift to enquire