How do I create a "Send Email" link?

[sworden]

I have a database that students will be able to log into to view their contact information, grades, and other records. The students have read-only access and I need to keep it that way. I want them to be able to send me (and their committee adviser) an email if they notice an error or need to add information. What is the best way to create a "Send Email" link that will show up on all pages?

[shannah]

1. Create a custom action to send the email. You can make it work as response to an Ajax request or a standard post request.
2. Add a link to a slot that activates the action or specify a category for the action so that it shows up on every page.

Steve