Michelle is applying for a scholarship and provided a reference letter from her former business instructor, Warren Matthews. Matthews has known Michelle for two years as her instructor, and describes her as highly motivated, intelligent, and a mentor to other students who learns complex subjects quickly. He believes Michelle should receive the scholarship because she has demonstrated an ability to learn, work well with others, and be a valuable team member through her successful experience as a business manager. The scholarship will allow Michelle to complete her degree and continue her career success according to Matthews.

1. March 20. 2015
Michelle: Letter not accepted…only the form can be submitted…..…listed below are my
answers to the questions on the form…call me at 832 44-9056 with any corrections or
errors…good luck….Warren
How long and in what capacity have you know the applicant?
I have known Michelle for two years as her instructor in Business Research Methods.
What do you consider the applicant’s most outstanding characteristics?
Michelle is highly motivated and very intelligent. She learns complex subjects quickly, and she
is a mentor to other students.
Why should the applicant receive this scholarship?
Michelle has demonstrated the ability to learn, to work effectively with others, and to be a
valuable team member in a business setting. She has successful experience as a business
manager, and she will be a credit to OLLU and the University Center.
Other information you would like to share.
Michelle has strong leadership skills and she inspires and motivates other students. She is a
pleasure to work with, and this scholarship will allow her to achieve degree completion and
continues career success..
Warren Matthews, Ph. D.
Professor, OLLU