I get many requests to write letters of recommendation, and I'd like to help each of you as much as I can. This Science article has tips for undergraduates seeking letters of recommendation. Moreover, the following elements will be important when planning your letter of recommendation:

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• The AAMC has a guide for Letter Writers; I can write a stronger letter if you can help remind me of all the elements listed in this guide and any competencies you were able to demonstrate in my course.

• Which qualities were you able to demonstrate in my class and in what ways?

• What grades did you get on exams and/or did you improve your performance over the course of the quarter?

• What was your RWA (include a link) and what did this indicate about your ability to apply physics to the real world?

• Did you attend office hours and what kinds of questions did you ask?

• Were you able to demonstrate abilities to interpret applied science questions, estimate reasonable values, or solve hard problems?

• How will the skills that you demonstrated in my class carry over to the skills needed in what you are applying for?

• Do you have concrete examples of working well in groups or with others?

• Did you overcome any obstacles in working with me?