Joining an E-list
To join an e-list (also called subscribing), send an email message to
listname-request@cornell.edu
where listname is the name of the list you want to join, including the hyphen and the letter L at the end of the list name.
The body of the message is simply
join
For example:
Important:
- You must send this message from the email address where you want to receive the e-list's messages.
- The message must be sent in plain text, that is, no formatting, font styles, or HTML code. (How do I send plain text?)
A short time after sending this message, you may receive a confirmation request. Follow the instructions in the request (which involves replying to the message or clicking on a web link). The confirmation process helps ensure that only people who want to join a list receive the list's messages.
Please note that you may not be added to the e-list immediately, as lists can be configured in a number of ways:
Some e-lists have open membership: anyone can join just by using the "join" command and then confirming. If this is the case, you can join using the method described above.
Some e-lists have private membership: you can use the "join" command, but it serves as a request to join, which must then be approved by a list administrator. If this is the case, use the method described above, then wait for a response from the list's administrator.
Some e-lists have closed membership: only list administrators can add new members; the "join" command will not work, and the list's administrators will not be notified that you tried to join. You should contact the list administrators to discuss whether you can join the list. Send a message to
owner-listname@cornell.edu
where listname is the name of the list you want to join, including the hyphen and the letter L at the end of the list name. For example,
owner-sheep-shearing-L@cornell.edu