An etiquette question about academia

[days_unfolding]

An etiquette question about academia: I'm sending a cover letter to the head of an academic library, who is also a professor. Should I address him as "Professor Duggan," or is that not correct given that I don't go to his university? Thanks.

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[ravengirl.livejournal.com]

I worked at NU for years, School of Communication. It is correct to use "Professor" because that is his title. You're good to go!

[days-unfolding.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I really want to be correct because this job is in New Orleans -;)

[ravengirl.livejournal.com]

Oh man, would I love to live in New Orleans...in some ways. Know whatta mean?

Good luck! Keep us posted!

[days-unfolding.livejournal.com]

The only downside that I see to living in New Orleans is that the rents are expensive. I hope that the salaries are higher too to compensate.

[platofish.livejournal.com]

You should address it to professor.....absolutely.

[n5iln.livejournal.com]

Unless you've been instructed otherwise either by him or his staff, "Professor" is correct.