‘Net’iquette or tips for better

college communication

Simple…..Turn off cell phone (no

temptations)Do not check, read or send texts

while someone (or yourself) is talking.

IF you use a laptop in class for notes…stay on task (no social media or other distractions).

About those emails…..

Always use a subject line- or risk having it deleted. Make the subject line informative.

Subject: Mon. ENGL 110 @ 0930

Identify yourself early in the email. Do not assume the reader knows you.

“Kathy, could you call me to discuss tutoring options.

Thank you! Jane Doe”

Your Professor may have up to 140+ students!

ConciseShortFocusedTo the point Get on with it… Come on… Here we go… I’m so confused….

ALWAYS chick spelling and grammer

No txt spk or

One major topic per emailPut request at the beginning- be

explicit while being polite.Summarize request at closing of

the emailKeep attachments to a minimum

Careful of the tone you convey- always be respectful and courteous.

Use proper titles (Professor, Mr. or Mrs., Dr., Dean, Instructor)

NEVER USE ALL CAPS!Write nothing you would not say in

personNever send an email while angry

Use a professional font (not like this!)

Allow time for a responseUse a positive tone (When I

complete the assignment vs. If I complete the assignment)

Create a formal signature for your email

I. M. Professional, MCCN SNLou King Sharp

Shepherd University

School of Nursing & Professional Studies

Student Nurse

Review emailShould this be addressed in

person?Once you hit send…..it’s official.