Um, no...

I received an email from a student whose name I didn’t recognize. He said he used me as a reference for a study abroad program (without asking) so I should be on the lookout for an email with a recommendation link.

I discovered he is a current student whose name I didn't recognize because he's missed 50% of all classes, has never responded to warning notices and is guaranteed to fail.

Um, no I can't recommend you for study abroad...