LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
EARTH UNIVERSITY
Dear recommender, the person who has sent you this form is currently going through
the admission process at EARTH University, located in Costa Rica, in order to study
Agricultural Engineering. EARTH is an international, non-profit educational institution
that aims to "train tomorrow's leaders today" through a multicultural educational
model that promotes experiential learning, teamwork and leadership, among others.
Therefore, the information you provide will be very useful to us in the evaluation of the
applicant.
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
DETAILS OF THE APPLICANT
Bassirou DIA
First Name First Surname Second Surname
DETAILS OF THE RECOMMENDING PERSON
Martin Malick SARR
First Name First Surname Second Surname
Nord Foire/Dakar martinmalicksarr@gmail.com 785422267
Address Email Address Phone Number
I have known the applicant for a period of 2 years, as his/her:
Professor Counselor or Advisor Employer Community Leader
Other. Explain:
Signature ID number Date (dd/mm/yy)
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II. QUESTIONS
We thank you for responding as objectively, honestly and clearly as possible. It is
important to read the instructions carefully so that you can respond appropriately in
each of the sections.
A) Evaluate the statements in the first column and rate them according to how these
characteristics are reflected in the applicant, with 5 being the highest score and 1 the
lowest score. (DK/NR= Does not know/does not respond):
The student... 5 4 3 2 1 DK/NR
1) Shows interest in the area of sciences in
general and specifically agricultural sciences
2) Proposes or is actively involved in entrepre-
neurial activities in the institution or community
3) Is genuinely interested in social or environ-
mental issues with a critical perspective, sensi-
tivity and/or sense of justice
4) Has the capacity to adapt to new situations
and propose solutions in a safe manner
5) Manifests creativity and innovation in the im-
plementation or proposal of tasks or projects
6) Assumes responsibility and autonomy in
learning and decision making
7) Expresses himself/herself clearly and
communicates information effectively with
others
8) Is kind, friendly, cares about creating a good
group atmosphere and is interested in listening
to other people's needs
B) Answer the following questions based on your knowledge of the applicant:
How can you demonstrate, attest the applicant’s interest or vocation towards the
1) study of agronomy, natural resources or the environment?
In all honesty he told me that every vacation he did farming. But he never told me that he had ambitions for
agronomy. But since he knows a little about agriculture I think he will be able to do agronomy
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2) Describe a situation in which the applicant has shown entrepreneurship, creativity or
innovation in trying to solve it or trying to generate an impact.
He is a student that I really like. He likes to take care of others and he also has the ability to motivate others and
these qualities are those found in a leader
3) List three ethical values that guide the applicant's actions in his or her personal or
social environment and describe any situation in which you were able to identify them.
He is a sociable, courageous and above all diligent student.
How would you describe the applicant's emotional stability and ability to adapt?
4) Exemplify.
As we spoke often I find that he is an emotional person
Describe any situation or activity in which the applicant has shown leadership abilities
5) and please elaborate on what qualities he or she displayed.
From 2021 to 2023 he is the class leader and ensures that students and teachers respect each role.
How does the applicant respond to suggestions or recommendations for areas of im-
6) provement? Please elaborate.
He has a sense of communication but also anticipation. He is very organized and likes to make others work.
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7) Describe the applicant's communication skills. In what situations does the applicant
usually display these skills?
He is a student who puts a lot of effort into communication even if he still needs to improve in this area.
What strengths do you feel the applicant has, that allow him/her to work as a team
8) member?
His sense of responsibility, his character and his charisma
*Once you complete this recommendation letter, please send it back to the applicant
Thank you for your time and your valuable answers! These
will be taken into consideration in the applicant's admission
process to EARTH University.
Admissions office
admisiones@earth.ac.cr
P.O. Box: 4442-1000
San José, Costa Rica
Tel.: (506) 2713-0000 ext.2600
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