Are visible tattoos seen as unprofessional in graduate school?

<p>I’m 48 and I am considering getting a small tatoo, related to my love of running (a turtle might be appropriate for me, lol). I was surprised recently when the subject of tatoos came up randomly and my parents reacted quite negatively. So out of respect for them, I will get my tatoo in a hidden spot.</p>

<p>I imagine older people have a bigger problem with tatoos. At my age, I think small ones are OK, but I have to admit, it freaks me out when I see someone’s entire arm or other body part covered with them.</p>