February 17, 2015

VA Medical Center Topeka

Attn: David McGinnis, CTRS
2200 SW Gage Blvd
Topeka, KS 66622
Mr. McGinnis,
I am contacting you in regard to Heidi Ross and her application to be an intern at
the Topeka, KS VA Medical Center. Heidi is an exceptional student both in and
outside of the classroom. She has demonstrated her ability to critically think
through the conceptual processes and theories and apply them in a functional
and applicable manner. The next step in her academic career is to test the
theories and beliefs related to her field of study. She is persistent in her academic
pursuit of knowledge and seeks to complete assigned task thoroughly and on
time. She has been an exceptional student in my classes, and has demonstrated
academic excellence.
Heidi readily steps up to new challenges and welcomes opportunities that
enhance her learning and professional experience. She has a strong work ethic
and sense of professionalism. Heidi has demonstrated her desire to show how
recreation and leisure is a valuable component of everyones life, regardless of
ability. She has shown commitment to the community by volunteering and being
an active component within various events and organizations on our campus and
within her private life. With this experience and commitment to the field, I
believe she will be an asset to your program.
I believe Heidi will represent your agency and services with the upmost integrity
and professionalism related to the field of Therapeutic Recreation. I am
recommending Heidi Ross as a candidate for your internship program at the VA
Medical Center in Topeka and do so without any reservation whatsoever.
If can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at (405) 9745235 or jcowan2@uco.edu.
Respectfully,

Jerel Cowan Ph.D.

Associate Professor
Outdoor and Community Recreation Program Coordinator
Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies
Committee Member of the OK Medical Licensure and Supervision of OK CTRS