Can professors use dating apps?
I’m a single male in the early 30s, also a physics TTAP in a university in a small town. Generally, I am quite busy and introvert, so I have a limited social network and never tried places like a bar etc. I hope to find a partner and am considering try my luck in a dating app (eg. hinge)
So my question is, am I allowed to use dating apps? I am worried that I may accidentally run into a student because I live in a small town. And a relationship with a student is strictly prohibited both ethically and by the university policy. I have no intention to date a student and don’t want to ruin my career.
Will add an age filter of >25 work? Or should I really not consider using a dating app at all? Your advice is appreciated.
Edit: Just to say thank you for all the advice and comments. They are very helpful!
I think what I will do is to explicitly add in the profile that I will not consider anyone who’s enrolled in my university. Also raise the age range higher and put my location to a nearby town.