Mention your name and try to chat with the professor about your educational interests or background. [substeps] For example, you may say, " hi, my name is selena gomez.
[header] How to befriend a professor [title] Say " hello " to the professor after the first class. [step] Make a point of approaching the professor after the class to say a quick " hello " and introduce yourself. Let the professor know you are excited about their class and look forward to learning from them.