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Do students usually give gifts to professors after the professor wrote a recommendations or helped the students out? If so what kind of gifts? for physics professors? and for math professors?
just lost a mouthful of dr. pepperarunma said:Wait...you mean I was supposed to give my professors gifts after getting my letters of recommendation? Shoot, how much is applying to grad school going to cost me?
Well, I'd better head over to the liquor store.
Yeah, definitely. I know that my own research advisor likes to brag excessively about his former students.cristo said:I agree with SD. Of course, you should thank the professors who agreed to be your referees, but IMHO there is no need to give gifts. I reckon the best gift you can give is to get your PhD and become a good scientist; that way they know it was worth the reference, and can say "I taught that kid!"
Handwriting problem?mathlete said:I grace them with a new puzzle to decode every week in the form of my homework :D
J77 said:Handwriting problem?
FUNKER said:Beer all the way man
Gifts are usually given on special occasions such as birthdays, holidays, and when the professor is retiring or leaving the institution. It is also appropriate to give a gift after a significant achievement, such as publishing a paper or winning an award.
No, it is not necessary to give gifts to professors. It is a personal choice and gesture of appreciation. A simple thank you note or verbal expression of gratitude is also acceptable.
Gifts for professors should be thoughtful and appropriate. They can range from a small token of appreciation, such as a personalized pen or mug, to a more substantial gift such as a book related to the professor's field of study. It is important to avoid expensive or extravagant gifts as they may make the professor uncomfortable.
Yes, it is important to consider cultural norms and customs when giving gifts to professors. In some cultures, it may be seen as inappropriate or even offensive to give gifts, while in others it may be expected. It is always best to research and respect the cultural norms of the individual before giving a gift.
This depends on the relationship between the professor and the students. If the professor has a close relationship with a particular group of students, it may be more appropriate to give a gift from the group. Otherwise, it is best to give gifts individually, as group gifts can be impersonal and may make the professor uncomfortable.