Is it normal that my professor calls me ma'am?

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I'm a 21 years old college student.
I'm trying to be friend with one of my professor who is my advisor,and SHE is only 29.
Even though I thought we were close enough, she still calls me ma'am and I don't feel uncomfortable with my professor calling me ma'am.
Is it normal that she calls me ma'am?

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Based on 52 votes (34 yes)
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  • suckonthis9
    10 years ago

    Your professor is telling you politely that you are a woman of rank, station or authority.
    Perhaps you are a female of nobility.

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    • Justsomejerk
      10 years ago

      Why are you creating a division in society?

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      • suckonthis9
        10 years ago

        I agree. 'Nobility' should be construed to mean, "1 : the quality or state of being noble in character, quality, or rank", and not the second definition, as defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary.

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        • suckonthis9
          10 years ago

          'Nobility' is earned.

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          • Justsomejerk
            10 years ago

            I approve and encourage your definition of nobility.

            It is not a division if none are excluded but for the lack of their own positive action.

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  • gargamel
    10 years ago

    My teacher always used to call me 'Sir' whenever I tried to correct her. Bloody woman.

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  • RoseIsabella
    10 years ago

    One of my favorite history professors used to call me "Chief." I miss Dr. Moretta, he was kinda crazy!

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    • robbieforgotpw
      10 years ago

      Would you have preferred madam or damsel?

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      • RoseIsabella
        10 years ago

        Hell no! I felt like he was being respectful in a funny ironic way. I liked the level of familiarity we shared. There's something about crazy history professors that I hold very dear. I enjoy being like one of the guys whenever the opportunity presents itself.

        Despite my having studied ballet for nine years when I was growing up(ballet is actually quite grueling) I pride myself on being in touch with my masculine side despite my über girly name. Yes, that's my real name.

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        • robbieforgotpw
          10 years ago

          Pleased to meet you ma'am.

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          • RoseIsabella
            10 years ago

            Right on! I'm Catholic but I'll give you a Mazel of the day.

            *Yes, I stole that from Andy Cohen on Bravo*

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  • Shackleford96
    10 years ago

    She's probably just trying to maintain an air of professional conduct.

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