<p>How should I go about doing this? Would it be best to email in advance with my intent to meet about it, or should I just show up to office hours?</p>
<p>Thanks for any advice</p>
<p>i just asked them in person during office hours, and had the paperwork ready to give them.</p>
<p>How did you start off the conversation, or did you just ask right away?</p>
<p>Just be tactful and be sure to provide an envelope with stamps. If the person responds in a negative manner, take it as a hint and try searching for another suitable candidate; do not coax a professor into writing a recommendation.</p>
<p>what were all your professors' reponses?</p>
<p>I'm waiting till next week to do this..
hopefully it won't be too bad/embarrassing</p>
<p>sleepybunny,</p>
<p>The professors I am obtaining my recommendations from actually encouraged the idea of a transfer in the first place; I am fortunate to be under such individuals.</p>
<p>First go ask a professor that you feel know you well or that taught a class you perform well in.</p>
<p>If they agree then bring a the forms with envelopes to them.</p>
<p>Here's what I plan to ask to professors who I think liked me:
"Do you feel comfortable giving me a Strong [emphasis] recommendation?"
Good luck.</p>
<p>i would use positive instead.. strong/emphasis seems kind of strong and doubting to me..</p>