This is my first semester in school, so I am just learning the routine. We have three weeks left in our semester. I noticed something with my classmates that made me wonder if it's common to just give up a little at this point in the semester. In all of my classes, my classmates who I sit next to, are normally straight A students who are quite responsible - have basically just said "screw it!" These are folks who have never missed one class, get upset if they get a B on a quiz, etc.
For example, in my algebra class, my classmate during break (it's a 3 hour accelerated class) stood up and said "I can't take anymore." He packed up and left. I asked him if he wasn't feeling well, he said I'm not sick, I've had too much. Enough. Bye. In my bio class, my friend I sit next to who's a high A student simply hasn't studied for the last two quizzes and when I asked her if she was ok, and if she'd like to review my 'cram cards' (index cards) before class, she said "I can't take anymore. Whatever."
I have all A's in my classes, and for the first time in Algebra, I got a B on an exam. I simply couldn't bear studying more.
Anyway, I'm new to this, and I am wondering if it's common to burn out in the semester at about this point.
Ugh. I feel so weird. Two of my instructors were quite kind when I briefly explained that I won't be there next week, and asked if I could make up the work. (I have to go out of state for teh funeral and it is timed unfortunately that I will both class days). One instructor however, said I could not make up next week's quiz. I tried to quite politely explain that the timing of the funeral means I cannot attend either day of class next week, and she just said no. I have an A in the class, and I've never been 'trouble'. I have to admit I was a tad surprised. The other instructors were so kind though.
This is my first semester, and so now I'm wondering what college etiquette is generally, for allowing students to make up work for emergencies. Can you all tell me what you've seen/experienced?
Ugh. I feel so weird. Two of my instructors were quite kind when I briefly explained that I won't be there next week, and asked if I could make up the work. (I have to go out of state for teh funeral and it is timed unfortunately that I will both class days). One instructor however, said I could not make up next week's quiz. I tried to quite politely explain that the timing of the funeral means I cannot attend either day of class next week, and she just said no. I have an A in the class, and I've never been 'trouble'. I have to admit I was a tad surprised. The other instructors were so kind though.
This is my first semester, and so now I'm wondering what college etiquette is generally, for allowing students to make up work for emergencies. Can you all tell me what you've seen/experienced?
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have been going to school on and off for what seems like forever (I'm really going to finish this time!) so I have seen every different kind of treatment from professors in cases like this. I don't think there is any set guideline in how make up work for emergencies is treated. I had a similar situation as yours, but my Micro professor was fabulous about it. He allowed me to sit in on his other classes to make up what work I had missed. But then, I've had other professsors who will not bend their rules for any reason. I know this is stressful for you and you've worked so hard to get an A in that class, but just remember, it's only one quiz, in only one class, in only one semester. Just relax now and pay your respects to your grandfather. Life happens even while we try our best to make it through this crazy experience of school! My best wishes to you and have a safe trip!
Multi, I think I would speak to the head of the department/academic dean. That's just ridiculous. I wouldn't necessarily make a stink, but I would definitely go to the dean.
My condolences to you on your loss. My father passed away a year ago yesterday. When I light a candle for him I will light one for your grandpa.
My condolences to you multi, I hope you do well on all your finals.
For me, I am more focus toward the end because I dont want my GPA to drop. The A will look so pretty on my transcript. I am fighting until the end. Just keep your eyes on the As.....you guys almost done.
I know this is stressful for you and you've worked so hard to get an A in that class, but just remember, it's only one quiz, in only one class, in only one semester. Just relax now and pay your respects to your grandfather. Life happens even while we try our best to make it through this crazy experience of school! My best wishes to you and have a safe trip!
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Ugh. I feel so weird. Two of my instructors were quite kind when I briefly explained that I won't be there next week, and asked if I could make up the work. (I have to go out of state for teh funeral and it is timed unfortunately that I will both class days). One instructor however, said I could not make up next week's quiz. I tried to quite politely explain that the timing of the funeral means I cannot attend either day of class next week, and she just said no. I have an A in the class, and I've never been 'trouble'. I have to admit I was a tad surprised. The other instructors were so kind though.
This is my first semester, and so now I'm wondering what college etiquette is generally, for allowing students to make up work for emergencies. Can you all tell me what you've seen/experienced?