Carlson Academic Support

If your professor hosts office hours by appointment, that is an invitation for you to reach out and schedule a time to connect. Here is a sample email you might use in reaching out, make sure to customize for your schedule and needs! 

Subject: Office Hours - (class number and section)

Hi Professor Goldy, 

I hope you're doing well! I wanted to schedule an office hour to talk more about _______. I've read through my notes and still have some questions I wanted to talk through with you. Would you be available after our class this week or Friday morning? 

Thank you, 

Your name

Your professor's office hours might conflict with your schedule. In that case, send them an email to find a new time to meet. 

Subject: Office Hours - (class number and section)

Hi Professor Goldy, 

I hope you're doing well! I  was wondering if you'd be willing to have an office hour with me sometime this week. I have class during the scheduled office hour and have some questions about _____. I've read through my notes and still have some questions I wanted to talk through with you. Would you be available after our class this week or Friday morning? 

Thank you, 

Your name