ANN ARBOR, MI – Faculty recommendations for students must be based solely on educational and professional reasons, according to a statement of principle recommended by a University of Michigan panel.

This form is for use by academic advisors or faculty advisors to serve as their recommendation letter in support a J-1 student’s request for Academic Training work authorization.

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