Sending you positive thoughts!

Hi Professor,

Just a quick note to tell you how missed your presence is. I am but one of the many students who have passed through your classroom door who have been forever transformed. Ideally, all professors would be able to claim such things, but in reality, few can. Your passion for teaching is evidenced by the way in which you interact with your students. It is a rare and special gift you give your students. You take the time to build relationships, and that is why you turn out such a fiercely loyal group of students. We are better prepared for the workforce due to your teaching, and better prepared for life in general because of the man you are.

Thank you for all of your time, and your efforts, including the time you still continue to give despite your illness. Selfishly, I miss having you in class and am disappointed that we couldn't complete this course as planned... but most of all, I eagerly await word of your full recovery.

You and your family are in my thoughts. Thank you, once again, for everything.

Raphaela Bielefeld