Sample Emails to Students

The following are samples of the emails that are sent for specific flags and kudos that can be raised on students within UASuccess. These emails are personalized to each student. They are sent from the email address of the person who raised the flag, and the signature line is the instructor on record for the course. When a template shows a "Comments" section, these comments are anything that is added in the "Comment" box when raising a flag or kudos. 

Course Related Flags

Sample of Low Grade Email to Students

Rachel,

I am concerned about your grade in Introduction to Microbiology. You should contact me concerning your grades and overall performance in class. I would be happy to discuss practical strategies for you to implement.

Comments: Rachel missed 3 classes this month. 

In case you want help outside of class, here are a few services the University offers:

  1. You may be interested in taking advantage of the free tutoring and other services C.L.A.S.S.+ offers. Go to CLASS.uark.edu for a list of all tutors and services available. On campus and online tutoring is available.
  2. UASuccess has contact information for support services and your academic advisor contact information located in My Success Network. The Courses area contains contact information for your professors and instructors. UASuccess can be found within Blackboard.

If you would like to meet with me to discuss your standing or how to access other student resources, please meet or communicate with me as directed in our course syllabus.

Sincerely,

Don Maitz 

Sample of Low Participation Email to Students

‌Rachel,

I am concerned that you are not participating in Introduction to Microbiology. Active participation is a key to success in this course. Interacting with your peers, instructor, and the required materials is one of the best ways to master course content. I would be happy to meet with you to discuss strategies for becoming more involved in this class.

Comments: Rachel missed 3 classes this month. 

In case you want help outside of class, here are a few services the University offers:

  1. You may be interested in taking advantage of the free tutoring and other services C.L.A.S.S.+ offers. Go to CLASS.uark.edu for a list of all tutors and services available. On campus and online tutoring is available.
  2. UASuccess has contact information for support services and your academic advisor contact information located in My Success Network. The Courses area contains contact information for your professors and instructors. UASuccess can be found within Blackboard.

If you would like to meet with me to discuss your standing or how to access other student resources, please meet or communicate with me as directed in our course syllabus.

Sincerely,

Don Maitz  

Sample of Lack of Communication Email to Students

Rachel,

I am concerned about your lack of communication in our Introduction to Microbiology course. In any class there is an expectation of students responding to communications from the instructor or other students. Communication includes any emails or messages that have been sent during the course of the class. Lack of communication can sometimes indicate low engagement, missed content, or lost opportunities to discuss and ask questions. 

Comments: Rachel missed 3 classes this month. 

If you would like to discuss your standing or how to access other student resources please communicate with me via email or during office hours.

Sincerely,

Don Maitz    ‌ 

Sample of Poor Attendance Email to Students

‌Rachel,

I am concerned about your attendance in Introduction to Microbiology. Missing class content results in your losing the opportunity to acquire, assimilate, discuss and ask questions, and make connections among content areas. These lost opportunities generally translate into lower grades and academic success. 

Comments: Rachel missed 3 classes this month. 

In case you want help outside of class, here are a few services the University offers:

  1. You may be interested in taking advantage of the free tutoring and other services C.L.A.S.S.+ offers. Go to CLASS.uark.edu for a list of all tutors and services available. On campus and online tutoring is available.
  2. UASuccess has contact information for support services and your academic advisor contact information located in My Success Network. The Courses area contains contact information for your professors and instructors. UASuccess can be found within Blackboard.

If you would like to discuss your standing or how to access other student resources, please meet or communicate with me as directed in our course syllabus.

Sincerely,

Don Maitz    ‌ 

Course Related Kudos

Sample of Email to Student for Showing Improvement, Outstanding Academic Performance, and Keep Up the Good Work Kudos

The specific name of the Kudos will appear to students in UASuccess. The text of the kudos is personalized mostly in the Notes/Comments section of the kudos.

Rachel,

Great work! I want to acknowledge your performance in Introduction to Microbiology.

Additional notes: Has maintained a 98% in the class.   

Sincerely,

Don Maitz 

General Purpose Kudos

Sample of Kudos! Email to Students

Rachel,

Your hard work and dedication has been recognized!

  • Kudos!
  • Notes: Great work in our academic coaching session today. I'm really proud of all you have accomplished this semester.

Referrals

Sample of ENGR Academic Coach Email to Students

Dear Rachel,

An Engineering Academic Coaching referral has been made by Instructor Name, for course Course Name. Please use the instructions below to schedule an appointment as soon as possible.

Scheduling an appointment with Rachel Piontak, Engineering Academic Coach

  1. Login to Blackboard
  2. Click the UASuccess link in the upper right hand corner
  3. Search for a person or a service in My Success Network
    1. Search for Rachel Piontak. When the results display, select the correct search results.
  4. Select Schedule Appointment and follow the prompts.
  5. Confirm your appointment on the final screen.
    1. You will receive a confirmation email to your @uark.edu email account. You can edit/cancel the appointment in UASuccess in the Dashboard.