CLASS DRAMA
Am I wrong to think this was unethical and unprofessional?
Last week, my classmates and I faced a problem that created significant division within our class. While there have been disagreements in the past, this situation has escalated to a troubling level of tension.
Today, we addressed the issue in class with our tutor. The problem is that she has a close relationship with the group that is, to be honest, the root cause of this drama. They frequently go out for breakfast together, invite her to parties, and some even include her in family gatherings. Throughout the discussion, she continuously told the rest of us to remain quiet, allowing only that particular group to speak. She even raised her voice at us while valuing and amplifying their opinions.
In my opinion, someone in her position should remain neutral, regardless of her personal feelings. As our tutor, she serves as a guiding figure, responsible for addressing issues impartially. Instead of helping us work through our problems, her behavior seemed to exacerbate them.
I genuinely like her, and it was disheartening to see her respond in this way. I didn’t expect it, and honestly, it left me feeling unheard and misunderstood. It’s truly upsetting, and I’m tearing up just thinking about it.
Apologies if my English isn’t perfect; I’m still learning!
It sounds like you’re going through a really tough situation, and it’s completely understandable to feel hurt and frustrated by your tutor’s behavior. You’re right that a tutor should ideally be neutral and fair, especially when tensions are running high in a class. It can be disheartening when someone in a position of authority seems to favor one group over another, especially when it affects the dynamics and fairness of the discussion.
It might be helpful to express your feelings to her, either directly or through a private message. Maybe she’s not aware of how her actions impacted the whole class, and sharing your perspective could be a way to open up a constructive dialogue. You deserve to feel heard and to have your concerns taken seriously. Remember, advocating for yourself and your classmates is important, and it might lead to a better understanding moving forward. Hang in there!