Reference Form Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Your Name *Your Email *Your Phone Number *We will only call you if necessaryName of Applicant You are Recommending *How long have you known the applicant? *1-2 years1-2 years3-5 years5-10 years10-20 yearsMore than 20 yearsWhat is your role in the applicant's life? *PastorTeacherFriendEmployerAdvisorOtherCheck all that applyYour ObservationsPlease rate the candidate by placing a check mark by one or more items under each of the headings below. Do not check items of which you feel uncertain or in which you have had no opportunity to observe.Physical conditionFrequently incapacitatedSomewhat below parFairly healthyGood healthSociability or friendlinessAvoided by othersTolerated by othersLiked by othersWell-liked by othersSought by othersIntelligenceLearns and thinks slowlyAverage mental abilityAlert; has a good mindBrilliant; exceptional capacityAchievement (ability to formulate, execute, and carry plans to conclusion)Does only what is assignedStarts but does not finishMeets average expectationsResourceful and effectiveSuperior creative abilityLeadership (ability to inspire others and maintain their confidence)Makes no effort to leadTries but lacks abilityHas some leadership promiseGood leadership abilityUnusual ability to leadTeamwork (ability to work with others)Frequently causes frictionUsually cooperativePrefers to work aloneAble to work with those of different personality or temperamentMost effective in teamworkResponsiveness (to the feelings and needs of others)Slow to sense how others feelReasonably responsiveUnderstanding and thoughtfulResponds with unusual insight and considerationEmotional AdjustmentYields to urges or cravingsTense, fearful, worriedEasily angered, easily frustratedDownhearted, blue, depressedMaintains balance, self-controlledTeachabilityRigid, argumentativeHighly opinionatedOpen-mindedWilling to receive instructionEager to receive instructionPerseverance (in completing task)Gives up easily or easily discouragedNeeds encouragement to perseverePersists in most circumstancesPersists even under adversitySelf-imageInsecureInferiority complexSelf-confidentMay be prone to boastModest, true estimate of selfWisdom in use of moneyTalks frequently of debt or financial worriesExpects others to meet needsCarelessExtravagantCareful, has a budgetPlease comment with any insights/concerns you have regarding this applicant’s qualifications in the areas above.Details About the CandidateHow is this person gifted for vocational Christian service? *Do you have any reason to doubt the applicant’s personal integrity? If so, please specify. *If the applicant is married, how would you evaluate his/her marriage relationship?Don’t knowSuperficialDetached, aloofReservedWarm, growingGood communicationDo you have any comments about the candidate's marriage?What do you believe to be the applicant’s motivation in applying to BMA Seminary? *How would you rate the applicant’s potential success in Christian ministry? *Exceptionally goodVery goodGoodFairPoorDo you have any reservations in recommending this person? *Listed below are some tendencies which may reduce the effectiveness of the student. Place a check mark by any characteristics or traits which you have noted in the applicant:ImpatientCritical of othersArgumentativeDomineeringLacking tactIntolerantEasily offendedSelf-centeredSullenIrritableCockyAloofDiscouragedRudeTenseNervousEasily embarrassedQuick-temperedFrequently worriedDepressedAnxiousImpersonalUnteachableRigid, not adaptableLacking in humor or inability to take a jokeGiven to exclusive and absorbing friendships, i.e., “crushes”Prejudiced toward groups, races, or nationalitiesAre there any additional facts we should know about the candidate?If you have extensive additional comments, you may also email them to [email protected]Submit
