I didn't find Marty's post funny, but not because I'm offended, think he's
insensitive or any of the reasons on that little private list some TIPSters
seem to keep which decides which posts are politically incorrect.
The reason it's not funny to me anymore is that I get AT LEAST ONE of these
every single semester. Students seem to feel that great need=a passing
grade. I have never been able to figure it out. I NEVER give in on these
whiny things, yet continue to receive them, semester after semester. You'd
think I'd be accustomed to them, but my jaw drops every single time.
It's hard to keep a straight face when addressing the writer because I'm so
incredulous. In person, they usually begin by being very agreeable, warm,
etc., but when they find out their sad story will not win them a passing
grade, they usually change their demeanor and stalk off with an offended
air. Never pleasant to deal with...
Beth Benoit
University of Massachusetts
Middlesex Community College
> "I am writing you again in regards to my grade. I hate to sound this way but
> I really need to pass this class in order to graduate this semester, even if
> its with a D. I should have put more effort into this class but it has been
> hard with my schedule, i did an intern this semester also. Please let me
> know if there is any extra credit I can do if I need to.
> Thanks, "
>
> Marty Bourgeois
> University of Wyoming.
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