Refer to the full PDF Manual for complete instructions. We have also made a template available as an inital resource to assist students with proper formatting.A sample statement is included in the sample acknowledgement page. To get started, download our stepbystep template in the format of your choice below. If you have a 4-member committee, use this signature page template to fill in your committee information. Print it out to get your committee signatures. 2c. You say what you want to say. Acknowledge the people who played a role in helping you get the project done. This checklist serves a final reminder of the main format requirements. The document discusses writing acknowledgements for a thesis.