To: Evan Crisp
From: Aran Chang
Date: July 19, 2020
Subject: Best Practices in E-mail Writing to Professors
Introduction
Your frustration is understandable as the registration period is often very stressful for students. I have compiled a list of tips that are designed towards writing the most professional email possible. Getting into your chosen course is important, so I hope that these tips will result in a quicker response.
Tips for writing E-mails to Professors
- E-mails to professors should be organized, and free of errors.
- Try to refrain from using slang, and unprofessional acronyms (ttyl, lol, pls, etc.)
- Address the recipient by their title and surname.
- Remain concise and to the point.
- Maintain a professional tone throughout the email
- Provide only necessary information
- End the e-mail with an appreciation for the recipient and provide the writers name and contact information.
Conclusion
Professionalism in an e-mail is very important, and will increase one’s chance of success in the professional setting. If you have any questions, please contact me via email at aran@abasa.ca.
Best regards,
Aran Chang
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