Have you ever written a thank you note to a professor?

[GottaGetIn]

I've been compelled for a while to write a letter of appreciation to a few professors that have made a difference in my life. Coincidentally, they are my A&P prof, my Chemistry prof, and my Micro prof.

Would it be strange? I was lucky to get some amazing professors that demanded nothing but perfection. They pushed us so hard and those that survived are better for it. Somehow, I want to let them know that they made a difference.....but I'm thinking they may think I am nuts.

[Miss Calculation]

Sure have...in fact every time I luck out and get a good professor, I send a thank you card (after the grades have been posted!). One time I even got a thank you card for the thank you card! Professors work pretty hard and often don't get any feedback--I think it's important to let them know that you enjoyed their class and more importantly, that you learned from them.

[catzy5]

Once a class has ended and final grades have been posted, it is perfectly appropriate to write a thank-you note to a professor who you believe demonstrated excellence in teaching. I suggest you cc the note to his/her department head as well.

When you are working as a professional, you will appreciate such notes from patients and families. Never hesitate to recognize excellence.

I agree excellent idea I have a teacher right now whom is deserving of this!