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\address{\large \textbf{Renmin University of China} \vspace{3pt} \\ \large \textbf{School of Statistics} \\ \vspace{3pt} \\ No.59 Zhongguancun Street Haidian District\\
Beijing, 100872, P.R. China }
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\opening{To Whom it May Concern:} % admissions officer
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I am delighted to recommend [Your Full Name] for admission to your esteemed Ph.D. program. Having worked closely with [Your Full Name] as his instructor and advisor during his undergraduate studies at Renmin University of China, I have observed his outstanding dedication, diligence, and strong academic abilities.
My initial interaction with [Your Full Name] occurred when he held the position of Vice President of the Statistical Survey Association, an academic student organization under our Statistics School. In this role, he played a crucial part in organizing the China Market Research and Analysis Competition—an essential event in the realm of business statistics in China. Throughout his time as the coordinator of the on-campus competition, [Your Full Name] showcased meticulous attention to detail, responsibility, and excellent communication and organizational skills.
[Your Full Name] successfully managed various aspects of the competition, including promoting the event to students, establishing competition rules, and coordinating participant numbers. His effective communication and collaboration with both students and faculty were evident, and he demonstrated a strong commitment to ensuring the seamless execution of this important competition. Throughout this process, [Your Full Name] displayed exceptional work ethic and the ability to liaise effectively with faculty, successfully completing the competition with minimal oversight.
Additionally, [Your Full Name] excelled in my Sampling Design course, consistently displaying a keen attitude toward learning. Seated in the front row, [Your Full Name] actively engaged with the course material and maintained a strong academic performance, earning a perfect score of 4.0. His dedication and aptitude for the subject matter were further demonstrated in the successful completion of a group project related to sampling design. This project highlighted [Your Full Name]'s deep understanding of sampling concepts, particularly the independence and identically distributed nature of sample points in finite population sampling.
In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend [Your Full Name] for admission to your Ph.D. program. His exceptional academic achievements, leadership qualities, and commitment to statistical research make him an ideal candidate. I am confident that [Your Full Name] will not only excel in your program but also contribute significantly to the academic community.
If you require any further information, please feel free to contact me at [Your Email Address]. Thank you for considering [Your Full Name]'s application.
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Sincerely, \\ \\ \\
Your Name
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