Letter to professor

Dear Dr. Neufeld,

My name is Jennifer Chuhan and I am an undergraduate student at the University of

Nanaimo. I am nearing the end of my honors biology degree in the Department of
Biology, and I have begun to consider possible research labs for continuing my
studies as a graduate student.

The attached CV shows how my co-op program has provided me with hands-on
microbiology work experience in government and academic research groups.
Coupled with these work placements, several lab courses have equipped me with
expertise in cultivation-based and molecular techniques. I have developed an
interest in microbial ecology through these experiences and my Biol 426 professor,
Dr. Barbara Bassler, suggested that I approach you about the possibility of a
graduate position in your group.

Please let me know if there is a possible opening for a graduate student in the
upcoming fall or winter terms. As shown in the attached transcript, my grades are
strong, especially in the last 2 years. I will be looking into the possibility of applying
for external scholarship support from one of the major funding agencies. You are
welcome to contact my undergraduate research adviser and my work placement
references, listed in the attached CV; they are aware that I am applying for graduate
positions as a step toward a career in microbiology.

I am available to discuss this possibility further, and I look forward to hearing from
you.

Sincerely,

Jennifer