letters of recommendation
your letter and your journey
Are you excited to accelerate into the next leg of your academic or career goal? Scholarships, transfer / graduate school applications, internships, jobs, and research opportunities are an excellent way to help you get one step closer to that goal!
Of course, some of these may require a letter of recommendation.
If you would like a letter of recommendation, please consider emailing the requested documents and information listed below in the next section.
Note that well-written letters of recommendation are not an overnight process, and each student is written an original letter. As a result, you are encouraged - when possible - to provide a 1-month advance notice if you would like a letter.
requested documents
Specific Qualities & Anecdotes
Why me? Did you have remarkable memories from class? Remind me of what / how you interacted with me and your peers, and it can be mentioned. Make sure that you are the subject.
Do you want specific qualities highlighted that you couldn't write in your application? Mention them, and maybe they can be weaved them in.
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Ensure that this is up to date and fully presentable.
Personal Essays
Many applications ask for a statement of purpose or personal history statement. Including this will help me personalize your letter of recommendation.
List of Deadlines
The more information that's provided, the more thorough / strong the letter.
recent successes to share
students' successful applications
2025: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science: Engaging Students in Aging Research
2025: USC Pharmacy School
2025: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Transfer
2024: USC-Pierce College Summer Research Internship in Sustainable Chemistry
2024: NSF-EFRI ELiS - Carbon Sequestration and Coastal Resilience Through 3D Printed Reefs
2024: Summer REU at Cal State LA (Geology)
2024: Summer REU at Chicago Botanic Garden
2024: ASO Outstanding Student Scholarship
2024: Barrie Logan Award for Excellence in Introductory Chemistry
2024: Margaret Briggs Chemistry Service Award
2024: Kuljian Award in Chemistry
2024: Dan W. Covey Memorial Returning Student Scholarship
2024: Organic Biochemistry Award
2024: Howard Mell Green Award in Chemistry (2)
2023: Summer REU at Cal State LA (Chemistry)
2023: West Coast University, School of Pharmacy
(Note: Italics indicate students' successful application within 9 months)
prof. winn's successful applications
2023: 3CSN x UC Berkeley's Transforming STEM Teaching Faculty Learning Program Fellow
2021: UCR Chemistry Alumni Award
2016: UCR Eugene V. Cota Robles Fellowship
2016: UCLA Chancellor's Service Award
2016: UCLA International Education Office Global Community Scholarship
2016: UC Education Abroad Promise Award
2015: UCLA National Residence Hall Honorary Student of the Year
2014: UCLA UC LEADS Research Fellowship