Faculty and Administration Etiquette | Parents & Families

July 22, 2022 by Betsy ChapmanBefore we get to the main topic, I want to note that incoming students who are not in compliance with our immunization requirements received this message this afternoon.I try to run this post each summer as we get closer to the start of the fall semester. Faculty etiquette is all about how your Deacs can put their best foot forward with faculty.Tips for StudentsA few years ago, a faculty friend of mine emailed me this article, U Can’t Talk to Ur Professor Like This. It is a great read, especially for incoming students, who are used to high school teacher etiquette and might not know how that differs in college. I have adapted some of the main ideas for the Wake setting:ALWAYS call your faculty member Dr. [Last Name] or Professor [Last Name] – do not use Mr./Mrs./Ms. [Last Name] and never ever address a faculty member by their first name the first time you email/speak to them. Dr. or Professor are the proper forms of address. If your professor tells you it’...