October 9, 2017

To Whom It May Concern:

This letter is written on behalf of Seth Jernigan. I have had the honor of knowing Seth since the
fall semester of 2013, Seths freshman year of college. Seth was one of my students in a Bible
and religion course at Harding University, and, even though teachers are not supposed to have
favorites, he quickly became one of my favorite students. From very early in the semester it was
obvious that Seth was an extremely inquisitive young man. From the very beginning Seth made
it very clear that he was always listening, and more than that, processing the material on a very
deep level. His frequent office visits were welcomed and mutually beneficial, and, in time, we
developed quite a bond. No challenge was too great for Seth; nothing was over his head. The
intellectual apathy that is so prevalent among college freshmen was never an issue for Seth. His
mind was always churning.

Seths junior year he was eligible to be a peer guide for my classes. He was definitely one of
my top choices, so the invitation was extended. I wanted the students to see a fellow student who
was perpetually thoughtful, pondering, and curious. Seth was, to me, a model student.
Unfortunately, Seths schedule and logistics did not allow for Seth to serve as a peer guide, but
this should not detract from the fact that Seth was not only one of my few nominees, he was also
someone I felt great about. In time I was able to hire Seth as a TA, and here he served
dependably and dutifully. Seth has the ability to draw people to him in a very unassuming
manner. He exudes knowledge, and even wisdom, yet he does so with great humility.
Furthermore, Seth is filled with character. He is not only inquisitive, he is also tenacious, yet also
honest, ethical, forthright, and beyond-reproach.

Moreover, Seth has a strong desire to be an educator. During his time at Harding University Seth
has asked me countless questions on how to be a better teacher, what to look for in certain
situations, classroom management pointers, how to motivate, etc. Teaching is not merely a
profession to Seth, rather it is as it should be: his passion. This is my twentieth year as an
educator, and in that time I have encountered dozens of students who desire to be a fellow
teacher. I love my profession, and I only want others to join me who are worthy of the task. Seth
is undoubtedly worthy of such. I would be proud to call Seth a colleague one day.

Please contact me with more questions.

Sincerely,

V. Lee Edwards
Assistant Professor
Harding University
501-593-0737
ledward2@harding.edu