{"id":252945,"date":"2023-06-10T08:30:47","date_gmt":"2023-06-10T08:30:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/defused.com\/?p=252945"},"modified":"2023-06-10T08:59:19","modified_gmt":"2023-06-10T08:59:19","slug":"professor-complains-about-non-availability","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/defused.com\/professor-complains-about-non-availability\/","title":{"rendered":"Professor Complains About Non Availability Of University Director Who Was On Paternity Leave"},"content":{"rendered":"

Office drama can sometimes take unexpected turns, leaving us both astonished and entertained.<\/h2>\n

In a recent incident that unfolded at a prestigious university, one unsuspecting couple found themselves at the center of a whirlwind of chaos involving a professor from hell. Buckle up and get ready for a rollercoaster ride of laughs and surprises.<\/p>\n

A couple eagerly awaits the arrival of their newborn baby while juggling the demands of work and life. In the midst of this joyous chaos, the husband, Joe, returns to his job as the director of student life at a renowned university. Little did he know that a certain professor, whom we shall refer to as the professor from hell (PFH), had brewed a storm of discontent in his absence. Check out the complete story below for all the juicy details and unexpected twists that will leave you in stitches.<\/p>\n

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OP is using a burner account to share that her spouse holds a high-ranking position at a prestigious university, responsible for overseeing student life and various activities.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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OP recently had a baby and shares that her husband, Joe, left work for the hospital during the delivery but discovered something shocking while checking his work email in the delivery room.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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OP’s husband received a caustic email from a professor criticizing his unavailability, but he found it amusing because he had set an out-of-office reply. But, the professor continued to harass him until he responded tersely:\"\"<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The professor continued to visit the office daily and inquired about Joe:\"\"<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Joe encountered the professor face-to-face upon returning to work and a heated exchange ensued. The professor was cantankerous and irate despite being incorrect in her demands.<\/h2>\n

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OP surprises Joe at his office with the baby, receiving a warm welcome from the staff and allowing one of the ladies to take the baby for a tour around the building. While waiting for Joe in his office, OP’s peaceful moment is interrupted once again.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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OP encounters the professor from hell, who launches into a tirade about Joe’s absence and demands to find him, mistaking OP for a student:<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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OP played along with the professor’s mistaken assumption and humorously questioned why she thinks OP works at the university despite her clear appearance as a student.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Amidst the professor’s unhinged outburst, OP leans against a photo of their wedding with a smirk:<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Amidst the professor’s relentless verbal abuse, the admin assistant arrives in a panic. The professor redirects her fury towards the admin assistant, blaming OP’s supposed incompetence, resulting in a tense and dramatic situation.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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As the admin assistant clarifies OP’s identity, Joe arrives. Joe instructed the professor to leave and demanded a conversation with her department chair, while assuring OP’s well-being.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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OP and Joe leave the office and enjoy a lunch filled with pizza and laughter, resulting in migraines from their amusement.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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While it’s easy to dismiss office drama as mere gossip, this story offers a glimpse into the resilience of the couple and their ability to turn a seemingly negative situation into a hilarious encounter. The witty banter, mistaken identities, and unexpected confrontations all add to the colorful tapestry of this workplace tale. A touch of humor can sometimes be the perfect antidote to diffuse even the most fiery situations.<\/p>\n

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OP expresses gratitude for the silver, gold and platinum awards and assures their intention to provide updates throughout the process, acknowledging uncertainty regarding the duration and outcomes. \"\"<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The story is incomplete without the update:<\/h2>\n

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People were dying to get an update on the story:<\/h2>\n

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Wish we could see her reaction: aa<\/h2>\n

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Have you ever experienced a similar situation? We’d love to hear your stories and thoughts in the comments below.<\/p>\n

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“Bunny who is tired”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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