I live in a city in which I am the minority even though my race is considered the majority. My professor was very negative toward white people in general and blamed us for the way of the country. I kept myself quiet, but inside I fumed because most of her statements were untrue.
2006-09-01 04:33:42 · 28 answers · asked by sewshawn 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
This is a hispanic community, the class is made up of all mexican students, the professor is latina. So many comments were made that I cannot list them all, however, the main comment was about the problem with mexican immigration. I've lived in this community for 13 years, so I am sensitive to most minority issues. Hope this clarifies my problem.
2006-09-01 04:52:31 · update #1
Consider the consequences of your actions.
If you say something to your professor, she could possibly get offended. On the other hand, if you say something academic and well-thought, she could be impressed with your skills.
Not knowing your situation or your professor, I can't give you advice for sure.
Seriously, though, consider whether saying something is really going to help you. Chances are your college has the opportunity for students to do anonymous evaluations at the end of the semester. That might be a time to mention it. If you are still concerned, perhaps you could see your professor in her office and let her know in private that you were offended by some of her comments in class.
2006-09-01 07:53:50 · answer #1 · answered by drshorty 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Are you going to take the course or have you completed it? If you are taking it I'd wait until you passed the course. Then complain to the University. Document everything. Write down what was said, the dates, maybe even record some stuff. Now put up a stink about reverse discrimination. If the University won't listen, then file a complaint with the appropriate government agency. She is acting terribly and it should not be tolerated.
2006-09-01 12:23:08 · answer #2 · answered by Think.for.your.self 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If this professor is truly about educating minds and opening discussions then yes, I would make an appointment to speak with that teacher. I would not be confrontational or defensive but point out that these comments make you understand comments that white people make about hispanics, yet neither of us should teach or accept any type of racism as fact. Be gracious but be confident and good luck!
2006-09-01 18:50:39 · answer #3 · answered by Missie D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could, but it won't do you any good. If she really is a racist against white people, she clearly isn't going to consider your opinion to be important. Plus, you run the risk of hurting your grade if she is spiteful about it.
I would suggest that you keep a list of the offensive things she says (the more documentation, the better), then after you receive your grade and she no longer has power over you...write a professional, to the point letter to the Dean explaining your position, and listing the offenses in a clear, concise manner. I suspect that would lead to them at the very least talking to her, and possibly even making her take seminars on racial sensitivity.
2006-09-01 11:38:54 · answer #4 · answered by Daisy 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
This is becoming more and more of a problem. It's the new form of racism, against whites. We can no more help it that we were born white, then blacks can help it that they were born black. If a white professor were putting down black people then you would have Jessie Jackson (and a legion of followers) there in a New York minute. However, if you speak out against this professor then you yourself will be deemed as a racist from the blacks. How about transferring out of this class. If that is not an option then just grin and bare it. You won't have to be there forever and its good that you see whats really going on. Maybe in the future you can prevent this kind of behavior because you have learned from it. Good Luck.
2006-09-01 11:47:33 · answer #5 · answered by stephanierudder 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Maybe, she was looking to start a debate amongst the students. Maybe she was trying to get your opinion on what she was saying. Maybe, just maybe she's telling the truth. Sitting there, and fuming did nothing to dispel what she was saying.
I suggest that you approach her after class, and ask to speak to her. Voice your disagreement. DO NOT be confrontational (you will lose), because unlike you, I'm sure she'll have facts, and documentation to backup her statements.
Done the right way, you both can learn a lot about differences of opinions.
If all else fails, and you think she's being inconsiderate, take it to someone that you trust will handle it PEACEFULLY!!!
2006-09-01 11:45:08 · answer #6 · answered by Ricardo C 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I don't think she will respect your opinion, but I don't blame you for being upset by her comments. I think you should just wait it out, writing down all that she says that is offensive. Don't risk your grade, because right now you are at her mercy interms of passinf the course. When the term is over, I think you should definately let the Dean or the chair of her department know about her "teaching style".
2006-09-01 12:19:41 · answer #7 · answered by Margarita 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes is it ok, but ...
In order to avoid conflicts with your teacher, you could tell him by letter and copying the same to the college's dean, this letter must be at all times educated, with respect and mentioning all the things this teacher has told you and the rest of the class without being rude by you.
With it, I assure you this person will recapacitate and move on or there will be consequences for him.
Good luck!!
2006-09-01 11:58:13 · answer #8 · answered by Ya no estoy en Y!R por Facebook! 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Go to the Dean and report her. If she's this narrow-minded and blames white people for the shape the country is in, and you're the minority, do you REALLY think she's going to listen to you? If you go to her and tell her she's racist, she'll probably brush you off and that will make for a very uncomfortable rest of the semester for you. Go talk with the Dean.
2006-09-01 11:37:27 · answer #9 · answered by brevejunkie 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I wouldn't say anything to her. I would go above her and make an annonymous comment to the dean of whichever dept it is. Another option - you can record the class and then you'll have proof to take it higher. i had an A&P Professor who one nite just berated the heck out of the entire class over our poor test grades - later he realized that he used the wrong key in that darn bubble machine and our grades were much higher than expected, but somebody recorded it and played it for the dean. he got in some hot water and was sent for sensitivity training. If it's offended you, chances are pretty good it's offended somebody else.
Good luck to you.
2006-09-01 11:40:03 · answer #10 · answered by Weasel 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋