In the assigned task, students were required to write a memorandum of advice to Evan Crisp, providing recommendations on best practices for writing an email to a professor seeking to be added to a full course. The goal was to demonstrate the importance of maintaining a professional tone when composing emails in professional settings, such as school or work.
The assignment also introduced the concept of writing with a “you attitude,” which is a valuable skill in professional communication and a new method of writing I learned about. Overall, the Memo to Evan Crisp assignment was a success, as it aided in developing professional communication skills and provided valuable insights into writing compelling and persuasive memos in a professional environment and the importance of choosing the correct tone that presents the writer’s attitude toward the reader and the subject of the message.
Link to revised assignment: https://blogs.ubc.ca/engl30199c2022w2/2023/03/22/3-1-email-memo-tips-on-writing-an-email-with-a-request-to-a-professor/
