<p>A week or so ago, I sent out a comprehensive update letter to the various schools. Among the subject areas discussed was my performance record at local forensics tournaments this year - nothing stellar, but worth noting among other things. </p>
<p>Yesterday, however, I placed 2nd and 8th in the New Jersey state finals in two different speech categories. Is a second update worthwhile? If so, how should I go about it without looking overzealous or annoying?</p>
<p>No suggestions?</p>
<p>It’s March 8. Decisions are sent in at MOST 3 weeks. It’s very unlikely that anyone will get an update letter in time to do anything about it.</p>
<p>You have nothing to lose by sending it, but a lot to lose by waiting for uninformed strangers to weigh in on whether you should send the update. You can send the update by email.</p>
<p>Yeah, just email them a quick notice. Worst thing that happens is they don’t care, and you’ve wasted 30 seconds of your life typing an email.</p>
<p>I’m dealing with the exact same thing, jblpright. I recently hosted a big environmental event, probably my largest accomplishment, so I want to let my colleges know, even though I sent an update earlier in February for another couple things. I think what I’m going to email will be along the following:</p>
<p>“Hi (rep’s name), I’m sorry to bother you with a second update, but I have recently … (sentence or two about it and sort of why it’s important - that way it doesn’t look like being overzealous, as you said). Thank you for your time, solar18.” </p>
<p>hope that helps a little, and good luck : )</p>
<p>hm… i also co-hosted a pretty big cultural event in my city after i sent in my applications. However, i did mention i would be doing it on the additional info. Should i still send an update?</p>
<p>lyl926 - I also mentioned mine in my application (but in resume, same difference)… idk I just think that this way they know I actually did it, you know, and not just said I would? who knows if it will even make a difference now, but might as well try : )</p>