Though I'm not sure what LISTSERV(R) has to do with the distribution, it is
possible that they could be subscribed to a list that is SEND= EDITOR, with
you as the editor.  When they post a submission. LISTSERV would then
generate a receipt, not that that is proof positive.

/Pete

At 10:48 1/12/98 -0600, you wrote:
|I'm trying to think of a way students can submit assignments via e-mail,
|get a notice that the assignment was received, the notice includes a
|copy of what they submitted and only I can read what they sent.
|
|It seems like some variation of a listserve could do this but I'm not
|sure what.