In the past two weeks I've received at least 34 variations of the following:
Yo Prof Reaction,
I know that I am number 32 on your wait list, but can I please, please PLEASE get into your class next semester? My current prof, like, totally sucks, and I've heard that you are SUPER amazing. I know that I will only do well if I have you because you are, like, sooooo amazing. I can't possibly still take my other four perfect profs' classes if I'm not in your section. Please, is there anything I can do to get into your class? I hope that you will consider moving me ahead of the other students.
Thanks so much,
Undergrad
I've received such pleas via email. I've had messages left on my voicemail. The worst by far are the teary pleas made in person.
As a result, in the past two weeks, I've had to deliver at least 34 variations of the following:
Undergrad,
Thank you for your kind words. If I can find alternative schedules for you in < 1 minute then no, I do not believe your world will end if you do not have me as your professor next semester. Otherwise I would definitely move you ahead of the other 31 students ahead of you in line. I am not sure if your desire to take my class has more to do with your misconceived notion that I am easy or you are implying that none of my colleagues could possibly teach to the same amazing level that I do.
I recommend that you enroll in one of the many, many open seats in another section.
Best,
Dr. Reaction
Okay, so my email replies actually look something like this:
Undergrad,
Thank you for your kind words. As number 32 on the wait list, it is highly unlikely that you will get into the class. I suggest that you arrange your schedule to accommodate one of the other open sections of this course.
Best,
Dr. Reaction
Is it winter break yet?
