Should I file a formal complaint against my professor?

stradmom
Thu, 13 Jun 2019 13:56:19 +0000

I’m sorry for your loss. Grief has no timeline and an anniversary is always difficult.

He may not have apologized for hurting your feelings (or even been aware that he had done so), but I’m betting the fact that you immediately sent the completed work to him was noticed and he has now realized that you weren’t trying to game the system.

Here’s an idea: instead of labelling him as “rude,” can you change your interpretation of his behavior? Might he have poor social skills or even be on the spectrum? Granted, he could simply be a jerk, but even then you could try the “kill him with kindness” technique. Worst case scenario, you’ve risen above it and practiced a more functional conflict resolution strategy than filing a (likely to be denied) formal complaint.