A standardized block of text appended to the end of an electronic mail message, typically including the sender’s name, affiliation (such as university and department), and contact information. An example might include the student’s full name, their major, expected graduation year, and relevant links to professional profiles or university resources.
The inclusion of such information offers numerous advantages, including enhanced professionalism, clear identification of the sender’s role and context, and easy access to necessary contact details for recipients. Historically, this practice mirrors the convention of business cards, adapting a physical communication aid for the digital realm, streamlining communication and projecting a consistent image.
