I was able to obtain two letters of recommendation: one from a former colleague, and the other from a former “client” (a student of mine while I served as a Hillel director). Both are good friends, and I appreciate their support. The administrator of the contest informed me that my “application is now complete”; in addition, “the selection committee has begun reviewing applications and we hope to let you know your status by the end of January.” I guess that I will keep blogging and waiting until then…