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Here is an example for an email to ask about the attendance policy that you may edit and use as needed. Hover over each part below for more information.

Subject: ELEC 2240 - Inquiry Regarding Attendance PolicyInformative subject line



DearHello is OK
Hi and Hey are not OK

Dr.Professor is OK
Use Dr. if they have a Ph.D.
Never call a professor Mrs., Miss, or Mr.

SakrLast name, unless professor uses something else

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I am currently enrolled in your Signals and Systems classIntroduction

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I am reaching out to seek clarification on the attendance policyWhy you are sending the email

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I have checked the syllabus and asked fellow classmates, but could not find this informationWhat you tried to answer your own question

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I would appreciate it if you could provide details regarding the attendance policy for the courseYour request

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Best regardsSignoff

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Jane DoeFirst and last name

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271828182Student number