<p>Sounds like someone got to the head TA and prof first. If a group of students goes to the professor and asks for a meeting regarding this TA, as suggested by Jingle (a UVa professor) I think that may make a difference. </p>
<p>I also suggest she bring a print out of the unprofessional email, for that matter all of the conflicting emails too, to her Association Dean (and the professor) and ask for advice.</p>
<p>It sounds like the department chair should be made aware of this as well. In other instances when students have stood together it has made a difference at UVa. Let your daughter know she is not alone and she should band together with her classmates. You can stand up to this type of ‘bully’ teaching style. </p>
<p>I agree Mamalumper, shame on UVa for allowing this to go on in a specific department. I get the weeding out process, but this is beyond acceptable.</p>