Like I have this professor, who is the same sex as me, and we can go out for a coffee, but not for a glass of wine or beer.
And I am of age, 22
2007-12-13 09:10:39 · 4 answers · asked by Shadowfaxw 4 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Those policies (not laws) came about because of sexual harassment and other concerns--it's just not a good idea. I was an "older" student and had lunch with professors, but never had a "drink" until after I left the institution.
Don't put the professor in an ethical dilemma, even if he/she offers.
2007-12-13 09:15:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anna P 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A politics professor where I did my undergrad once lamented "you can sleep with her but don't think about buying her a beer..."
Reality, either would cause a problem but it's not a law. More and more colleges have developed policies that further separate faculty and students socially because of complaints and lawsuits over the years.
Some seem to think it has to do with the way our society has steadily increased the age of perceived adulthood such that these days most people refer to college students as "kids" and their parents remain involved in their daily lives.
Sort of a shame, isn't it?
2007-12-13 09:27:41 · answer #2 · answered by CoachT 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree, it is not illegal, just against school policy OR your professor's better judgment. As an undergrad, we used to have dinners all the time with profs and would have wine/beer.
2007-12-13 09:16:24 · answer #3 · answered by FIGJAM 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's probably not illegal, but instead is against the rules of your particular college.
2007-12-13 09:13:55 · answer #4 · answered by czekoskwigel 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋