For Students

Q: You were/are my professor at Amherst, and I would like a reference letter!

A: I’d be happy to write for you. I ask that you please contact me at my Amherst email at least two weeks before the letter is due. In your request, please attach a resume, a short statement of your goals for the program for which you are applying (a “Statement of Purpose” or “Statement of Interest” would be excellent, even if it’s still just a draft), and any other information you think may be useful.

In the event I feel that I cannot write you a strong letter, I will let you know as soon as possible. In that case, I am also welcome chat through some alternative options and/or ways to find a professor or community member who could write you a stronger letter.

*If it has been a few years since I have taught you, I will suggest a Zoom meeting, much like students from prior institutions.

Q: You were my instructor at a prior institution, and I would like a reference letter!

A: If this is the case, I’d be happy to write you a letter still. Please contact me at least a month before the letter is due. Since there might have been a good amount of time between my teaching you and the letter being written, I encourage us setting up a quick touch-base Zoom. This way, I can see how you are doing, and I can also learn a bit more about how to best support your future plans!

Beyond the Zoom stipulation, please send me a resumé, a short statement of your goals for the program for which you are applying (a “Statement of Purpose” or “Statement of Interest” would be excellent, even if it’s still just a draft), and any other information you think may be useful.

Q: When are your office hours? (I am a current student)

A: Current students take priority in office hours. If you are currently enrolled, please check the link at the bottom of my email signature!

Q: When are your office hours? (I am not a current student)

A: If you are not a current student, I would still be happy to host you in office hours. You are free to sign up at the link in my email, but I may have to reschedule in the event a currently-enrolled student needs that time slot. To stay safe with regards to scheduling, feel free to email me and set up an appointment.

Q: Can I read your dissertation? 

A: Yes! It is currently under embargo, but I’m happy to share with interested parties who express need. In that case, please email me.