Grievances against professors

[GCT]

Have any of you filed any grievances against professors or have requested a change of grade onto the administration?

Have any of you had a first year professor...personality not so bad...but was unprofessional with grading, racking off points here and there as he pleased without taking into account the work and quality of the answers?

 

[loseyourname]

I had a first-year professor whose class looked like it was going to be terribly unorganized this semester, so I just dropped it and switched to a German class instead. My roommate actually had her grade changed from a summer course, but she did that by petitioning the professor directly, not through the administration.

 

[kerimek]

I understand the importance of fair and objective evaluation in academic settings. If a student feels that they have been unfairly graded or treated by a professor, it is their right to file a grievance or request a grade change through the proper channels within the administration. It is important for students to have confidence in the grading process and feel that their efforts and work are being evaluated fairly.

In regards to the specific situation described, it is concerning to hear that a professor may be grading unprofessionally and arbitrarily. This can not only affect individual students, but also the overall integrity of the academic institution. If students believe that a professor is not adhering to fair grading practices, it is important to bring this to the attention of the administration so that appropriate action can be taken. It is also important for students to communicate their concerns directly with the professor and try to resolve the issue before pursuing a formal grievance.

In conclusion, it is important for both students and professors to uphold academic integrity and fairness in the evaluation process. If a student feels that their grievances have not been addressed, they have the right to escalate the issue to the administration for further review.