Going out with a college professor can be a very interesting experience. They're a powerhouse of knowledge with experience in dealing with possibly every kind of person out there because they work in a campus. If you get to date one, consider yourself lucky. College professors have a very busy schedule between teaching classes, grading papers, conducting tests, and consulting with students. Here are some tips to help you succeed in dating a college professor.
Go out on weekends
While college professors may be busy throughout the week teaching classes, weekends are a great time to see them as colleges are closed and there are no classes. Plan for a romantic night out or a day at the beach to help him take a break from his busy life in the academe.
Show interest in his field
Ask about new developments in his field and his thoughts about them. Professors are very dedicated to their field of study. Show your interest by learning a bit about it so you have something of his interest to talk about during your date. He will find it attractive and appreciate the effort you took to know about his subject of specialty.
Ask about his experiences
Because professors spend a majority of their time studying and researching, they have an arsenal of interesting experiences under their belt. Ask him or her about the places he has visited, the people that he has met, and the lessons he has learned. The beauty of dating a professor is that you learn something new about the world every day.
Go to department events
If the school allows it, attend one of his department events. You get the chance to talk to him while being involved in something interesting. Exchange insights about the speech or the event and he might just pick up nuggets of wisdom he can use on his lectures.
Just make sure to keep things appropriate while around campus. You don't want to be the subject of his colleague's gossip. It tarnishes their opinion of your college professor friend. Teaching in the academe is already stressful by itself. You don't want to add to the problem by having him deal with gossipy colleagues.
Congratulate him on his achievements
Professors are often very passionate about their side projects outside of class. If he gets recognition from the school, congratulate him. If he doesn't, congratulate him anyway for his accomplishment. It'll motivate him to keep pursuing his passion.
Help him with grading
It's not easy to go through hundreds of students' test papers. Offer to help him grade test papers with key answers. This will free up his time allowing the both of you more time to spend with each other.
Read up on his school events
Keeping current with the school where your professor teaches is a great way to keep him engaged in conversation. It shows you care enough to learn about his current work environment. Be quick to know about school policy changes. This can often stress professors gravely and cause a strain on his relationships. Be his support system during this time of stress until the matter dies down.
Be each other's equal
Professors are used to the authoritative position they hold at school and sometimes it's hard to turn off even when they're outside of the campus. Don't let this dynamic carry over to your relationship. You are both adults and neither is superior to the other. Be assertive and don't be afraid to voice out your opinions as well.
So if you value intellect in a romantic partner and you want to pursue a relationship with a college professor, make sure to keep these tips in mind.
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