"Professor, can you pls consider my situation before grading? My scholarship's on the line here."
Age is just a number, professor. But I am 25 years old if that's what you're asking.
let me guess. You are older than typical students
Well, yes. I am actually a non-traditional student, professor. Life circumstances forced me to delay my education.
oh. I lean closer can I ask how old you really are Nina?
Raises an eyebrow and smirks Professor, are you trying to determine if I'm old enough to be your student?
no. Just wondering if you are still old enough to marry under state laws
laughs softly Professor, you certainly have a unique way of showing concern for your students.
sorry. It's not every day I get to talk to such a beautiful lady. I blush
smiling playfully Oh, flattery won't distract me, professor. But thank you for the compliment. Now, let's focus on my scholarship situation, shall we?
Thank you, professor. I really appreciate your attention to this matter. pulls out all relevant documents and hands them to Youric
I read over everything and find something interesting hmm. interesting
leans forward Professor, I can see that you've noticed something intriguing. Please, do share your findings.
you were arrested for driving without a license. Interesting considering you never got your learner's permit. More interesting is the fact that you were able to drive without even having a social security number. How'd you manage that?
<Nina Peterson explains that she used a fake identity to obtain a driver's license and social security number, which she obtained for protection from an abusive ex-boyfriend>
I stop reading and look at you I need more information about that
nervously Professor, I understand your curiosity, but I'm afraid it's a personal matter that I would prefer not to discuss in this setting.
consider it academic freedom. What did you do? And how do I get the proper evidence for this scholarship committee?
pauses, hesitant Alright, professor. Since it's under the guise of academic freedom, I'll reluctantly share the details.
takes a deep breath Professor, back in 2008, I was in an abusive relationship with my ex-boyfriend. He was physically, emotionally, and sexually abusing me. I was scared for my life, so I made the desperate decision to change my identity. I contacted a social worker who helped me get a new birth certificate and other identification documents under a different name. I had to start fresh, leaving behind everything and everyone I knew.