It appears once again that women are faced with the unfortunate reality that there seems to be no safe space where they can escape from being shamed or sexualized. A recent incident shared by college student @Aaaabbbbyyyyyyyyy on TikTok sheds light on this issue. During a class presentation, her professor made inappropriate comments about her attire, suggesting that it could be distracting and encourage fantasy among her classmates.
In her video, Abby expressed feeling violated and grossed out by the incident. She shared that she sent the comments to her classmates, and some had received similar remarks. Most of the class supported her, but a few questioned whether the professor’s comments were really that bad, highlighting a lack of awareness about the impact of such behavior.
The fact that the professor was a 75-year-old man, as Abby mentioned, was not surprising to many commenters, indicating a pattern of behavior that was perhaps known or expected. Abby showed her outfit in the video, which included black tights, a moderate-length black skirt, and an oversized cardigan, suggesting that her attire was not provocative or inappropriate.
Following the incident, Abby was encouraged to report it to the Dean’s office and the Title IX office, which she did promptly. However, she expressed little confidence in the university’s Title IX office due to past negative experiences. Abby and her supporters hope for at least a resolution that allows her to complete her classwork without having to face her professor again.
Abby also reached out to another student who received similar comments and encouraged her to report the incident as well, in the hopes that a larger group of students speaking out would lead to more significant action. Abby and her supporters are hopeful that the professor will face consequences for his behavior, especially since it appears to be part of a pattern and is well-documented.
Despite the challenges she faces, Abby continues to update her story and receive support from her online community, showing resilience and determination in seeking justice for herself and others who may have experienced similar treatment.
