Professional Documents
Culture Documents
P.O. Box 2167. Merced, California 95344 (209) 325-1000
December 4, 2018
Rhiannon has set realistic goals for herself. Her desire to enter a pre-medicine program in college and
become an endocrinologist is worthy. I asked Rhiannon what interested her specifically about that
career. She said to me ‘I have to live with a life-threatening and incurable endocrine disorder, and I
want to become a doctor so that I can treat patients with expertise, compassion and empathy’. I find
Rhiannon’s humbleness refreshing in our ‘selfie’ culture. This is why Rhiannon has made an excellent
career choice.
Rhiannon will enjoy the challenge and environment of college. Her academic success and commitment
to learning demonstrates her perseverance and confidence, making her an excellent candidate for your
university and for any specialized program you offer. Her ethics and values, as well as her dedication
and maturity, are clearly set out in her character. I recommend Rhiannon without reservation.
Tim Hagerman
Mathematics Department Chair
Merced High School
thagerman@muhsd.org