<p>Hey guys, I know teacher recommendations at Emory are optional. Would it affect me negatively if I didn't turn in any?</p>
<p>Also, if I mail recommendations, do they need to be there by November 1st, or do they need to be postmarked by November 1st?</p>
<p>That date is the postmark date. </p>
<p>And it won’t negatively affect you, but if there’s any individual who can say good comments or two about you, it certainly wouldn’t hurt. Remember, you want to standout! (in a good way, of course).</p>