Questions for PSA References

It’s Time!

Thank you for serving as a reference for one of our President’s Student Ambassador Applicants (PSA)! The PSA application is now open. Once your applicant has submitted their application and listed you as a reference, you will receive an email with a direct link to the PSA Reference Form. In the meantime, please feel free to preview the questions you can expect to complete before Monday, February 24, 2025 by 5 p.m. ET.

Note: In order for your reference to be attached to the applicant’s portfolio you must use the exact link provided in the email you receive after their application is submitted.

For questions, contact Laurel Palmer, Coordinator, President’s Student Ambassador program at Laurel.Palmer@kzoo.edu or by calling 269.337.7282.

Preview of Questions for PSA References

Reference’s Contact Information

  • Your First and Last Name
  • Your Email Address
  • Your Phone Number

Applicant Information

  • Applicant Name
  • How long have you known this applicant?
  • In what capacity do you know this applicant?
  • Please describe the applicant’s leadership skills and qualities that you have seen or experienced?
  • How has this applicant demonstrated inclusivity and their ability to participate or lead in diverse environments?
  • Please speak to this applicant’s Emotional Intelligence (Self-awareness, Others-awareness, Empathy, Self-Regulation, Motivation)
  • What particular strengths does this applicant have that may serve them as a President’s Student Ambassador?
  • What particular weaknesses does this applicant have that may challenge them as a President’s Student Ambassador?
  • Additional comments (optional)
  • Your Recommendation:
    • I recommend without reservation.
    • I recommend with reservation (specify below).
    • I do not recommend (specify below).
  • Additional details or specifications in regards to your recommendation above
  • Would you like to connect further with the President’s Student Ambassadors Program Coordinator?
  • Optional: Upload an additional letter of recommendation (.pdf format recommended; maximum file size: 10 MB)
  • Consent: By checking this box, I understand that my confidential reference information will be used in consideration of this candidate for the position of President’s Student Ambassador.