Is it okay for random students to approach professors about their work?

katliamom
Wed, 13 Sep 2017 02:36:38 +0000

I agree that you should reach out to this professor, politely and with respect, of course. Most professors welcome interaction with students: you’d be surprised by how often students are too intimidated to approach these better-known figures. Odds are she will be pleased to talk to you since you were so moved by her book and are a fellow writer. Don’t miss out on such an opportunity: meeting/learning from top faculty is one of the best reasons to go to college.