Can teachers take more than the class limit?

Colleges & Universities A-Z University of Virginia
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<p>I'm signed up for a Latin discussion session that conflicts with honors calc III which I want to switch into. There are two other sessions, one is full and the other is almost full. I know once ISIS opens people will be switching a lot but if they don't open can I email one of the teachers and ask to be in that section?</p>

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<p>You can email a professor to try to get into a class but getting into the section is in the professor's hands.</p>

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<p>the best way to get into a full class is to go to the first few classes armed with a course action sheet (you can pick one up in, what, garrett hall?) and ask them to sign it. language classes are usually pickier than other classes with enrolling over the number; it also depends on how big the classroom actually is. emailing beforehand to ask is never a bad idea either. but you should be able to get in if you pay attention to isis.</p>

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<p>Ok thanks. I mean I'm definitely in the actual class...its just the discussion thats the problem. Hopefully some people will switch out though <_<.</p>

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<p>Technically class sizes are restricted and controlled by the department. However, it's all up to the professor, really. The more students he takes in, the more extra work he has to do.</p>

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<p>master the puppy dog pout!</p>

<p>haha, this is a method I might just have to use.</p>

<p>Its really more work for the TA's than anything ;)</p>

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<p>heck, yesterday I got into STS 101, even though they're chocked full. The lady was like "yeahh, we're filling them up past the numbers, don't worry, which class do you want?". It as pretty nice. I do have to force action into a stupid physics lab (gahh) and a PLCP class.</p>

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<p>whaaaaaat? I tried to do that with like 3 different classes at orientation and she wouldnt let me</p>

<p>boo</p>

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<p>I'm a second year and I need those classes this year or i'm screwed. I love being a transfer hahah</p>

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<p>right right, word</p>

<p>big ups</p>

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<p>yeah my experience with discussions has been pretty good. as long as you're in the actual course, they can squeeze you in a discussion here or there. </p>

<p>talk to the professor/ta(if a name is up there yet) and explain the situation. i'm sure they'll say "yeah just show up to the time that works for you with a course action"... something like that</p>