I'm agonizing over writing emails to potential advisors. I have two main concerns:
1) Obviously I'm going to introduce myself, say what I'm interested in, and have one sentence about my thesis work, but how far should I go in explaining my background? Should I say that I've taken two graduate classes? (I'm applying straight from undergrad.) That seems like a little too much, but someone told me to put it in.... suggestions, please? How much is too much talking about yourself and your credentials in these first emails?
2) These are just introductory emails; just sort of like "hi, im interested! is this a good fit like i think it is?" But how should I go about asking the profs about their department? Is "could you tell me more about (my field) at (their university)?" too vague and open-ended? Have people who have sent emails with broad questions like that generally gotten answers?
I would REALLY REALLY appreciate any suggestions! Thank you!
