Sending Letter to Dean's Home

[bubbagump52]

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How's it going everyone? I have a question that I admit may be borderline ridiculous, but it's a question of mine nonetheless. I'm currently an undergraduate at a state university in the Southwestern U.S., and I'm very motivated to become a dentist. There's an in-state dental school that I have my sights set on and I wanted to email the dean telling him a little bit about myself, how much I admire and hope to attend his school, and ask for any advice he had for me on my journey to being admitted into his school. I looked on the school's website and his email address wasn't listed. So, I emailed the admissions and asked for his email, but they said that they could answer any questions I had and refused to give it to me. This is where I admit this may be getting kind of weird, but I randomly threw his name in whitepages.com one day and I think I found his home address. I was wondering if it would be inappropriate to send him a letter to his home?

 

[Stephie3]

it kind of makes you look like a stalker...

 

[chessxwizard]

Definitely inappropriate. Don't bother the guy at home.

 

[Enso]

How's it going everyone? I have a question that I admit may be borderline ridiculous, but it's a question of mine nonetheless. I'm currently an undergraduate at a state university in the Southwestern U.S., and I'm very motivated to become a dentist. There's an in-state dental school that I have my sights set on and I wanted to email the dean telling him a little bit about myself, how much I admire and hope to attend his school, and ask for any advice he had for me on my journey to being admitted into his school. I looked on the school's website and his email address wasn't listed. So, I emailed the admissions and asked for his email, but they said that they could answer any questions I had and refused to give it to me. This is where I admit this may be getting kind of weird, but I randomly threw his name in whitepages.com one day and I think I found his home address. I was wondering if it would be inappropriate to send him a letter to his home?

He'll worry less about giving you suggestions and more about "how the hell did this kid get my home address?"

I don't recommend it.

 

[smileforme31]

How's it going everyone? I have a question that I admit may be borderline ridiculous, but it's a question of mine nonetheless. I'm currently an undergraduate at a state university in the Southwestern U.S., and I'm very motivated to become a dentist. There's an in-state dental school that I have my sights set on and I wanted to email the dean telling him a little bit about myself, how much I admire and hope to attend his school, and ask for any advice he had for me on my journey to being admitted into his school. I looked on the school's website and his email address wasn't listed. So, I emailed the admissions and asked for his email, but they said that they could answer any questions I had and refused to give it to me. This is where I admit this may be getting kind of weird, but I randomly threw his name in whitepages.com one day and I think I found his home address. I was wondering if it would be inappropriate to send him a letter to his home?

that is just plain freaky.... don't do it. esp. if you white paged him..... possibility that he'll think you are jus psycho or a stalker.... jus visit the school and ask if you could have an appointment with him.

 

[thethethe]

Don't listen to what everybody else is saying.
I think it is a great idea, it shows that you really want to go to their school. But instead of mailing it to their home address, I think you should hand deliver it to him.

 

[Zubnaya Feya]

How's it going everyone? I have a question that I admit may be borderline ridiculous, but it's a question of mine nonetheless. I'm currently an undergraduate at a state university in the Southwestern U.S., and I'm very motivated to become a dentist. There's an in-state dental school that I have my sights set on and I wanted to email the dean telling him a little bit about myself, how much I admire and hope to attend his school, and ask for any advice he had for me on my journey to being admitted into his school. I looked on the school's website and his email address wasn't listed. So, I emailed the admissions and asked for his email, but they said that they could answer any questions I had and refused to give it to me. This is where I admit this may be getting kind of weird, but I randomly threw his name in whitepages.com one day and I think I found his home address. I was wondering if it would be inappropriate to send him a letter to his home?

It's a big risk... You don't know the Dean that well to do such things... If you are desperate (completely desperate), then do it. But if there is some other way, do it the other way.

I wouldn't say that it is impossible that he's going to like your approach... but such possibility is very small, I think.

 

[hotinwoof]

You can do it and you can also expect to be on the blacklist. Why dont you mail it to the office instead. You know it is a ridiculous gesture, why even express it in the open?

 

[doc3232]

Don't listen to what everybody else is saying.
I think it is a great idea, it shows that you really want to go to their school. But instead of mailing it to their home address, I think you should hand deliver it to him.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHA 👍👍

EDIT: better yet, find out where his/her children go to school and find them and tell them to give it to daddy/mommy.

 

[drpsuedonym]

Not only is that crazy and will probably ruin your chances at the school, it's pointless. If you're going to be stalking anyone at all, it should be the Dean of Admissions, not the Dean of the dental school.

 

[sattimy1]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHA 👍👍

EDIT: better yet, find out where his/her children go to school and find them and tell them to give it to daddy/mommy.

LLMMMAAOOO.

Nice.

 

[aguacero]

This is where I admit this may be getting kind of weird, but I randomly threw his name in whitepages.com one day and I think I found his home address. I was wondering if it would be inappropriate to send him a letter to his home?

It shows that you are serious about dental school. I think the dean will recognize that you are someone who goes the extra mile. Maybe send some inappropriate photos of yourself and include an essay on why you like cats.
PS I don't think the dean is as involved with the admissions process as you may think. There are bigger players on the admissions committee that could use some stalking first. IMO.

 

[Clubby]

Okay all I read was the thread title, but that idea may be the worst one I've ever heard. How about an EMAIL to the dean?

 

[bubbagump52]

You know, I'm really surprised at how immature some of you guys are. This was just something I was curious about, not something I was completely serious about, otherwise I would have done it already. In my eyes, a huge part of dentistry is about caring for and respecting others, and helping them improve their lives. If you guys can't respect someone on an online pre-dental forum, how are you really going to care about the patients that walk into your clinic? Judging by some of your responses, I feel some of you lack the respect and integrity that define good dentists. If you don't respect others, than maybe dentistry isn't for you. Please try to grow up, and keep the negativity to yourself.

 

[dl9006]

i don't see why you're getting all upset about the replies you received.

you're basically asking us if it's ok to stalk the dean so that you get an advantage.

you have to admit that it is quite silly

i think you should have expected this kind of reaction from the crowd.

but good for you to think outside of the box.

you seem like an enthusiastic individual who tries hard and surely the admission committee will notice this quality 👍

 

[njens]

Just send it to his office and include your email for a quicker response. Or, if you are that anxious, call and ask for an interview so he can get to know you... but I agree with most here not to send it to his home. Good luck!

 

[Enso]

You know, I'm really surprised at how immature some of you guys are. This was just something I was curious about, not something I was completely serious about, otherwise I would have done it already. In my eyes, a huge part of dentistry is about caring for and respecting others, and helping them improve their lives. If you guys can't respect someone on an online pre-dental forum, how are you really going to care about the patients that walk into your clinic? Judging by some of your responses, I feel some of you lack the respect and integrity that define good dentists. If you don't respect others, than maybe dentistry isn't for you. Please try to grow up, and keep the negativity to yourself.

You aren't in a position to give advice about what defines a good dentist.

It sounded quite heartwarming though maybe it's something to write to your new pen pal. 👍

 

[dl9006]

You aren't in a position to give advice about what defines a good dentist.

It sounded quite heartwarming though maybe it's something to write to your new pen pal. 👍

ooo ..lol that's a lil harsh 🙂


don't take it too hard.

we're all here to give each other advice (although it may be a bit harsh from time to time 😛)

 

[nydds25]

Its called


ATTN: Dr. Dean
Dental school
Admissions Office
City, State Zip

Easy

 

[Contach]

It shows that you are serious about dental school. I think the dean will recognize that you are someone who goes the extra mile. Maybe send some inappropriate photos of yourself and include an essay on why you like cats.
PS I don't think the dean is as involved with the admissions process as you may think. There are bigger players on the admissions committee that could use some stalking first. IMO.

i disagree.
there's something called boundaries that everyone has to respect.

 

[doc3232]

You know, I'm really surprised at how immature some of you guys are. This was just something I was curious about, not something I was completely serious about, otherwise I would have done it already. In my eyes, a huge part of dentistry is about caring for and respecting others, and helping them improve their lives. If you guys can't respect someone on an online pre-dental forum, how are you really going to care about the patients that walk into your clinic? Judging by some of your responses, I feel some of you lack the respect and integrity that define good dentists. If you don't respect others, than maybe dentistry isn't for you. Please try to grow up, and keep the negativity to yourself.

Sorry, I actually thought this thread was a joke, especially the first post thing.
Ya, don't even think about this anymore. Nothing good will come of it. Imagine you were the dean and that you got mail about a student who is trying to stand out at your expense.

 

[Plopper]

You know, I'm really surprised at how immature some of you guys are. This was just something I was curious about, not something I was completely serious about, otherwise I would have done it already. In my eyes, a huge part of dentistry is about caring for and respecting others, and helping them improve their lives. If you guys can't respect someone on an online pre-dental forum, how are you really going to care about the patients that walk into your clinic? Judging by some of your responses, I feel some of you lack the respect and integrity that define good dentists. If you don't respect others, than maybe dentistry isn't for you. Please try to grow up, and keep the negativity to yourself.

dont worry about it, people on the internet like to argue and incite behind the wall of anonymity

seriously, it isn't a very good idea. imagine how you would feel if someone you didn't know showed up on your doorstep, or sent you a letter to your home. It's a little weird. If you can find his email address (usually it's always listed somewhere on the website) then there's nothing wrong writing a letter to him about yourself, and most importantly what they look for in applicants. Just make sure you don't ask questions easily answered on their webpage, ie average dat gpa etc...

 

[Lopyswine]

i disagree.
there's something called boundaries that everyone has to respect.

Contach has no sense of humor whatsoever. Reread the post you quoted. You really think the guy was serious?

 

[DrReo]

Contach has no sense of humor whatsoever. Reread the post you quoted. You really think the guy was serious?

You are better off impressing him on paper first (DAT, GPA, ECs,etc.) and then impress him during the interview.

I'm sure it isn't the first time.

 

[supraman]

Contach has no sense of humor whatsoever. Reread the post you quoted. You really think the guy was serious?

Silly Canadian

 

[eldirty]

You are better off impressing him on paper first (DAT, GPA, ECs,etc.) and then impress him during the interview.

This is the best place to start ... if you have direct questions call or schedule an appointment. I definitely think the responses you received were appropriate considering the ridiculousness of the question. Any post that starts with "I have a question that I admit may be borderline ridiculous" shouldn't get all worked up about the nature of the responses.

After my interview at a certain southwestern school (ASDOH) it was impossible to find email addresses for thank you emails ... not once did i consider mailing letters to them at their homes ...

 

[lhtran07]

You know, I'm really surprised at how immature some of you guys are. This was just something I was curious about, not something I was completely serious about, otherwise I would have done it already. In my eyes, a huge part of dentistry is about caring for and respecting others, and helping them improve their lives. If you guys can't respect someone on an online pre-dental forum, how are you really going to care about the patients that walk into your clinic? Judging by some of your responses, I feel some of you lack the respect and integrity that define good dentists. If you don't respect others, than maybe dentistry isn't for you. Please try to grow up, and keep the negativity to yourself.

And then there's also common sense....

 

[austinsanity]

Okay all I read was the thread title, but that idea may be the worst one I've ever heard. How about an EMAIL to the dean?

The e-mail would be much more appropriate. Honestly though, contacting the dean like that really isn't necessary. The info in your AADSAS application is all that really counts. Then you get interviews, prepare, and present yourself in the best light that you possibly can. In the end, you either have what it takes or you don't. I would also recommend not treating a single school like it's the only one in existence. I knew someone that believed "it wasn't meant to be" if they weren't accepted to UB. If you're nervous or unsure about your chances, apply to at least a half dozen institutions. I was rejected from schools that I thought had a great shot at and accepted at others where I didn't think I had much of a chance. The bottom line is that no matter where you go, you'll earn the degree.

 

[neutrophil1]

Mail it to his school adress, look for it in the directory of the college website if anything. Mailing it to his home is an invasion of his privacy IMO.

 

[link517]

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[link517]

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[winchetkidJR]

what you should do is sit at his porch until he comes home from work, wait on his porch for a bit. it can't hurt, that way it looks like your showing a big effort into getting into school. it might work.

 

[DrReo]

An Alaskan cruise would sound appealing in the summertime.

 

[winchetkidJR]

yea see if you can take him out somehwere nice, like a restaurant or casino. let him enjoy himself, afterall its about you trying to make him like you. if you can get him to have a great time with you he'll probably think you will be a great dentist.

 

[winchetkidJR]

but make sure you wait on his porch, hopefully there will be no porchlight too. just come out of the shadows, introduce yourself and ask him to go out somehwere cool, like i previously posted. it cant hurt.

 

[chund]

You could attach the letter to one of those edible arrangements.. Those things are awesome, he may let you in on the spot without a Bach degree. Especially if it has chocolate covered strawberries.

 

[nydds25]

I think this is one of those threads where the OP is forced into making a new account. Doubt we'll see this name around anymore.