If you are a current SMU student requesting to be signed in to a full course, please note that my.SMU keeps a waitlist for PLSC courses. My advice is to get a spot on the waitlist and then to keep an eye on the course enrollment, as students typically change their schedules before the start of classes. I do not add seats beyond the enrollment cap. I also do not add students from the waitlist.

If you are a student seeking an advising appointment, please take a look at my office hours in LibCal. I also designate this time for advising. 

If you are a current or former student seeking a letter of recommendation...

My goal is to write a letter that materially improves your application and speaks to your strengths as a student. To that end, I aim to say uniformly positive things about your academic work. This means that you have done exemplary work in my classes, earning a final grade of B+ or above. 

I require at least two weeks' advance notice before a letter is due (more is better!).