AggieArchitect04 said:

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They take attendance in college?
I don't think that ever happened for me.

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maroon barchetta said:

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Have you considered being a responsible adult and not showing up for class still drunk?

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713nervy said:

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maroon barchetta said:

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Have you considered being a responsible adult and not showing up for class still drunk?

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How does that help his current situation?

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GAC06 said:

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Professors that care about attendance aren't serious people. Can you master the material of their course? Can you do it without attending class? Turns out you didn't need the prof or the class.

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Mega Lops said:

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Got it this is a tricky situation, but it's manageable if you approach it carefully. Here's a structured way to handle it with your professor:



1. Keep the focus on facts, not excuses
You were physically in class, and that's the key point.
Avoid explicitly saying "I was drunk" professors often respond better if the explanation is framed around genuine confusion, misunderstanding, or human error rather than alcohol.



2. Suggested way to phrase it

You can say something like:

"I want to clarify that I was in class on that Friday and scanned the QR code. I misunderstood or failed to properly complete the text portion of the QR, and as a result, it may not have reflected my attendance accurately. I understand this was my responsibility, and I sincerely apologize for the confusion. I hope we can adjust my attendance record to reflect that I was physically present in class."

This communicates:
You acknowledge the problem.
You take responsibility for not completing the attendance prompt properly.
You don't challenge the system or make excuses, which keeps it professional.



3. If asked for context
You can say: "I wasn't fully focused and misread the question." That's truthful, doesn't bring alcohol into the mix, and most professors understand that students sometimes aren't 100% mentally sharp.



4. Bring evidence (if possible)
If you have anything showing you were there a note from a classmate, a photo of the board, or work handed in that day bring it, but it's not strictly necessary. The main point is that you show accountability and professionalism.



5. Tone
Be polite, concise, and respectful.
Avoid sounding defensive or flippant.
Emphasize that you value the class and the attendance system.

Here's a concise, professional script you can follow when talking to your professor:



1. Start with appreciation / acknowledgment
"Thank you for taking the time to meet with me. I really value your class and the attendance system you've set up."



2. State the fact of your presence
"I want to clarify that I was physically present in class on Friday at 8 a.m. and scanned the QR code."



3. Acknowledge the issue with the text box
"However, I didn't properly complete the text portion of the QR code. I misread the question / wasn't fully focused at that moment, so my answer didn't reflect my actual attendance."



4. Take responsibility
"I understand that it was my responsibility to answer it correctly, and I apologize for the confusion this caused."



5. Ask politely for resolution
"I wanted to ask if it would be possible to adjust my attendance record to reflect that I was present."



6. Optional closing
"I'll make sure to be more careful with these prompts in the future so this doesn't happen again."



Key points to remember:
Keep it professional and factual no need to mention alcohol.
Focus on physical presence and misunderstanding rather than blaming the system.
Show accountability and a willingness to correct the mistake.

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cvenag03 said:

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Need advice. Last week a professor counted me absent in an 8 am Friday lecture I attended. They record attendance by having students scan a QR code. During this particular lecture, part of the QR scan was a text box so we could answer a question the professor asked in class (basically a way for prof to tell if you are actually in class or trying to cheat the attendance checker). The night before this lecture I drank profusely and woke up still drunk. When it came time to scan the QR and answer the question all I could muster up into the text box was "happy Friday." Prof emailed me and said because I didn't answer the question that I "must not have actually been in class." They also took away my three unexcused absences for the semester. I've since set a time to meet and talk with this professor.

My question is: how do I explain to my professor that I was in fact present but genuinely could not comprehend much of anything being said in class at the time and in turn whiffed on the attendance question?

TLDR: woke up still drunk > failed to answer attendance question in class due to lingering stupor > marked as absent in a lecture I attended

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DannyDuberstein said:

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I have one kid that graduated last year and one that is now a fish. Some profs use attendance to grant a few extra points on the overall grade. Basically a little extra motivation to get them to class

In this case, you were sick. Make your play, don't be a ***** about it, and hope you get some grace. If you don't, move on

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cvenag03 said:

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Need advice. Last week a professor counted me absent in an 8 am Friday lecture I attended. They record attendance by having students scan a QR code. During this particular lecture, part of the QR scan was a text box so we could answer a question the professor asked in class (basically a way for prof to tell if you are actually in class or trying to cheat the attendance checker). The night before this lecture I drank profusely and woke up still drunk. When it came time to scan the QR and answer the question all I could muster up into the text box was "happy Friday." Prof emailed me and said because I didn't answer the question that I "must not have actually been in class." They also took away my three unexcused absences for the semester. I've since set a time to meet and talk with this professor.

My question is: how do I explain to my professor that I was in fact present but genuinely could not comprehend much of anything being said in class at the time and in turn whiffed on the attendance question?

TLDR: woke up still drunk > failed to answer attendance question in class due to lingering stupor > marked as absent in a lecture I attended

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Quote:

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When it came time to scan the QR and answer the question all I could muster up into the text box was "happy Friday."

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NormanEH said:

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I can totally relate. I'm in my 40s and at least one a year I go to school and realize I'm pantsless (my son actually did this in kindergarten wearing a long Stars jersey and forgot pants.)

More commonly though I haven't been to school all semester and happen to show up for finals. Can't even remember where my locker is.

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713nervy said:

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I don't know why you guys are giving this kid such a hard time. He's 18-22 years old, in college, and went and got drunk on a Thursday with his friends. HOW DARE HE?! For Gods sakes, he still showed up to his 8:00 AM! That's impressive!

And, he's trying to find the best way to approach his prof so he's asking a group of adults from the internet for some advice. He's asking for help, something more of us would do better in life if we knew how to do.

I don't know why you all are holding him to the standard of a grown man with a full time job.

I like this kid.

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713nervy said:

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I don't know why you guys are giving this kid such a hard time. He's 18-22 years old, in college, and went and got drunk on a Thursday with his friends. HOW DARE HE?! For Gods sakes, he still showed up to his 8:00 AM! That's impressive!

And, he's trying to find the best way to approach his prof so he's asking a group of adults from the internet for some advice. He's asking for help, something more of us would do better in life if we knew how to do.

I don't know why you all are holding him to the standard of a grown man with a full time job.

I like this kid.

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