TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

It is my pleasure to recommend Stanford Darwin Chandra for admission to Korea Advanced

Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) undergraduate programme in Computer Science.
As Stanford’s math teacher during his second year in high school, I witnessed him exhibit
extraordinary numerical reasoning analysis through active participation in class quizzes. Driven
by a need to constantly surpass his past academic performances, his method of utilizing abacus
to rapidly solve complicated calculations and think out of the box is evidently paramount to this
competitive side of him. To ensure that his peers are able to catch up with the course’s
contents, he makes it a priority to showcase detailed breakdowns of the mathematical problems
he works on. Given his desire to improve and his concern for his classmates, Stanford has
proven himself to be an exemplary student whose actions are truly commendable for his age.

In carrying out assignments, Stanford follows a thorough and organized procedure within the
given timeframe. It is evident from his submissions of mathematical problems that he prioritizes
precision in calculations and providing clear and comprehensive solutions. Because of his
routine in keeping his work understandable for all audiences, he has always managed to
complete all tasks and score in the top 10 percentile of the class. Additionally, his extensive
curiosity in advanced mathematical chapters has contributed to his status as a top student
amongst others as this drives him to prepare earlier for upcoming challenges. His prepared and
organized personality both on paper and in executing his decisions overall makes him a student
that all teachers have come to favor.

I highly recommend you accept Stanford for Korea Advanced Institute of Science and
Technology’s Computer Science programme. Based on his character, I am confident he has the
ability and will to contribute an excellent amount to your university’s community. Should you
have any questions, please contact me at budymanlim@gmail.com

Sincerely,

Budyman Lim
Senior High Math Teacher
SMA Sutomo 1 Medan