Recommendation
Greek in Greece Study Abroad Program
Greek in Greece offers students of ancient Greek a five-week immersive experience in the Greek language, both
ancient and modern. The intense study of ancient Greek (two three-credit semester courses at either the
intermediate or advanced level) will be complemented by an introduction to modern Greek (three credits) designed
specifically for students of ancient Greek. Weekends will offer field trips to important archaeological sites and
museums. The instructors in the program are the faculty of Ohio University (ancient Greek) and of the University
of Patras (modern Greek).
Name
Institutional affiliation
(high school, college, university, seminary)
Letter of Recommendation on behalf of
The student requesting this recommendation is an applicant to the Greek in Greece study abroad
program. We ask your help in evaluating the applicant’s qualifications for the program. Please note that
deadline to submit a reference to the Office of Global Opportunities is February 8, 2016. Written
references can be sent to:
Walter International Education Center, 15 Park Place, Athens, OH 45701
or e-mailed to global.opportunities@ohio.edu.
A. Please indicate the applicant’s ability and academic competence in comparison with other
individuals whom you have known at similar stages in their academic careers.
Below
average
Average
Above
average
Outstanding
Inadequate
opportunity
to observe
Knowledge of ancient Greek
Motivation and seriousness of
purpose
Ability to plan and carry out
research/ independent study
Ability to express thoughts in
speech and writing
Emotional stability and
maturity
Self-reliance and
independence
B. Please submit a reference letter to answer the following questions on a separate sheet. Include your
name, title, office address, email address, and signature. Return this form with the letter by the
specified date to the address listed above.
1. How long and in what capacity have you known the applicant?
2. Please comment specifically on the applicant in terms of the following: (a) academic suitability for study
abroad; (b) personal suitability for living abroad; (c) how participation in the Greek in Greece program will
be of benefit, both academically and personally; (d) weaknesses; (e) linguistic preparation.