mst3kjunkie Report post Posted February 17, 2007 I've got a prof for physics who I really like who's teaching a section of Physics III next term that works out with my schedule as it currently is. I currently have the worst prof in the department's section next term. I've decided to rectify this by scheduling an appointment with the Registrar himself (I've gotten nowhere dealing with the secretary in the office in the past). The reason I've had problems with the secretary is that my reasons for needing the switch haven't been "good enough". I admit the first one wasn't , but the subsequent ones had some merit. Now that I'm dealing with the Registrar, who's reportedly very nice, if he needs a reason, what should I use? The truth, that I"m switching sections because I like the professor I currently have and want to have him again next term, or something else? Any other suggestions? Share this post Link to post
Siendra Report post Posted February 17, 2007 Personal conflict. When they ask what, you say "I HAVE AIDS AND HE KNOWS". :mellow: Share this post Link to post
mst3kjunkie Report post Posted February 17, 2007 How about a more serious response? Share this post Link to post
Svenska Aeroplan Report post Posted February 17, 2007 Say that you really connect well with his teaching methods and you feel it would be better for your education if you could continue to have him as your instructor. Share this post Link to post
Gundampilotspaz Report post Posted February 17, 2007 That doesn't sound like a bad reason to change...... I did it. Share this post Link to post
Arcane Report post Posted February 18, 2007 Tell the truth. You're shelling out however much money, a lot, for tuition, you're allowed to make those decisions. It's not like high school, you know? Pretty much agree with that. They're working for you. Share this post Link to post
Ceraziefish Report post Posted February 18, 2007 Yep, and really there's no reason for him to keep you from transferring no matter what your reason, unless the class is full or something. Share this post Link to post
Samurai Drifter Report post Posted February 18, 2007 How about a more serious response? Tell him that the professor is an alien and knows that you know, and is trying to kill you so you don't give away his secret. SRSLY THO, Foldered's response was good. I agree with him. If you're going to be paying the ridiculously high amounts of money that tuitions cost these days, they should treat your requests with more respect and concern. But if they have a good reason that you shouldn't be allowed to, which they may... then just deal with it, I guess. Share this post Link to post
DreamerGirl Report post Posted February 25, 2007 I go to a small school so I'm not sure if this works for the larger onces, but if the reason why you are having trouble switching is because the class is full you could try talking to the professor and getting him/her to let you in. But don't say just say it's because you like your current professor, say the other ones teaching styles don't work with your learning styles. Make it seem like it's impossible for you to learn from the other one. Sounding [just] slightly desparate will help your cause. Share this post Link to post
mst3kjunkie Report post Posted March 2, 2007 I got things worked out. Turns out that the secretary is just a bitch. Emailing the Associate Registrar, I found out all I needed to do was get an add/drop form (since the class was at absolute max) and get it signed by the prof. My prof refused b/c it wouldn't be fair to other students who wanted to get into his class. The Physics II final was a real bastard, but no slots have opened up in his section all week. Still, I found another prof that's been highly recommended, and I switched my schedule around. From now on, I'll just deal with the Assoc. Registrar. Share this post Link to post