How does the Thank a Professor program work?
Thank a Professor is a program that presents certificates to faculty to acknowledge their hard work and effort that has impacted students directly and positively. The process begins with students completing a Google form with a short note of appreciation to instructors who have made a difference in their education. Students may choose to include their names or submit their messages anonymously. The Office for Faculty Excellence lightly screens all the submissions and sends a certificate with the student’s message to the faculty. In addition, department chairs and senior administrators are made aware of the faculty’s good work.
Do I have to have the professor this semester to thank them?
No, you can thank a professor you worked with previously who made a positive impact. We just ask for the year you were taught by them.
I have had more than one great professor. Can I submit multiple thank you notes?
Of course! You can submit as many as you would like.
Who will see my note?
At first, an OFE team member will screen your submission lightly to ensure it’s a message of gratitude. After that, your comments will be shared with the professor and their department chair. However, your name is only included if you give us permission to share it.
Why are you asking if my comment may be published?
We like to publicize positive impacts Montclair faculty make and the ways they support our students. However, you can opt out if you don’t want your note published. You can also ask us to keep your comment anonymous, or to only share it with the professor, but not with the general public.