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Last fall I completed the examinations required of
all AOCS applicants, and recently learned that my scores
are competitive (based on last year's candidates). Even
so, I have undertaken a self-study program in areas where
I believe my academic background to be weak, in preparation
for AOCS.

I realize that your recommendation is not to be
taken or given lightly and that you are probably reticent
to confer your recommendation based on just this letter
and the resume. I would therefore like to request a
personal interview with you, so you can make your own
appraisal. Jim informed me that you plan to visit Columbus
sometime this spring. If it could possibly be arranged and
if it does not create too much of an imposition on you and
your family, I would appreciate the opportunity to meet
with you there. Should you have any other suggestions
that would be more convenient for you, please let me know.

Thank you very much for your time.

Sincerely,

Nancy Clark