If there's a particular scholar I'd like to study under how should I carry out my initial correspondence with them? I haven't yet sent out my applications but am wondering what kind of correspondence is acceptable between Phd dissertation supervisors and their potential students. Is it acceptable to visit them in person in their office, or would a simple email suffice. How might I make an impact through my initial correspondence? I'm referring to those scholars in the humanities I'm particularly drawn to studying under.
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Ideally, find a mutual acquaintance, or chain of acquaintances, that can get you an introduction to the target scholar. Do not attempt to visit unless you have first made an appointment. – Patricia Shanahan Oct 7 '15 at 0:57
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See How to contact professors for PhD vacancies?, How much detail to include in first email to potential PhD supervisor?, How to research about professors wisely?, – ff524♦ Oct 7 '15 at 4:01
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(continued) Details an applicant should include/exclude in an introductory letter to a prospective grad school adviser?, What types of questions should I ask in a cold-email to a professor?, How to write PIs asking for PhD position?, etc. – ff524♦ Oct 7 '15 at 4:01
