Email to POI

[cobalt27]

Hi all,

So by this point, I've already reached out to POIs and am in the process of submitting applications. 

One of of my supervisors at work, who has been in the industry for over 20 years (and has numerous connections), has been kind enough to provide introductions to several individuals on my behalf. These introductions have been solely for informational interviews.

Recently he offered to introduce me by email to a prof he used to work with in industry. This prof is at a school I hadn't looked at, but after checking out the program and the prof's research, I am interested in applying.

Is this acceptable, or would it be more appropriate for me to politely decline and then send my usual email of interest that I have to other POIs? 

Thank you in advance for any insight or suggestions! 

Edited December 21, 2015 by cobalt27
Grammar

[rising_star]

I don't see why you wouldn't take your supervisor up on this offer.

[cobalt27]

Thanks for the response. I may be overthinking this...

[rising_star]

18 minutes ago, cobalt27 said:

Thanks for the response. I may be overthinking this...

I highly doubt you're the only one, based on the posts here.