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Petition Type: New
ID: 10202
Submitted: March 23, 2023 at 7:53:11 PM
First Name: Thomas
Last Name: Bowie
Pronoun: Mr
Preferred Name: Tom
Student Number: 20204608
Email: 19tkb1@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BAH
Plan: SOCY
Level of Study: 3
Petition Categories
Petition Categories: Drop a course after the academic deadline
Code: FILM 240
Term: Winter
Year: 2023
Petition Category: Drop a course after the academic deadline
Petition Letter
Petition Letter: To Whom it may concern,
I am writing to request permission to drop the class FILM 240 from my current semester. I have come to this decision after much thought and consideration. I believe that dropping this class will enable me to focus more on my other classes and ensure that I perform well in them. As you are aware, I am currently enrolled in several classes this semester. Unfortunately, I have found that the workload of this particular class has been overwhelming for me. Despite my best efforts, I am struggling to keep up with the material and assignments. This has been causing me undue stress and anxiety, and I fear that it will begin to affect my performance in my other classes. I understand that dropping a class is not a decision to be taken lightly, and I have weighed the pros and cons carefully. While I am disappointed to have to drop this class, I believe that it is the best course of action for me at this time. By doing so, I can devote more time and energy to my other classes and ensure that I am able to perform at my best.
Alongside the added stress and pressure of trying to maintain a high grade in my mandatory degree classes, I am also adjusting medications to both my ongoing battle with depression and ADHD which is taking a difficult tole on my mind and body. If you need to hear from my doctor or counselor, either would be willing to speak out on my behalf. Thank you for considering my request. If you require any further information or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Thomas Bowie
I am writing to request permission to drop the class FILM 240 from my current semester. I have come to this decision after much thought and consideration. I believe that dropping this class will enable me to focus more on my other classes and ensure that I perform well in them. As you are aware, I am currently enrolled in several classes this semester. Unfortunately, I have found that the workload of this particular class has been overwhelming for me. Despite my best efforts, I am struggling to keep up with the material and assignments. This has been causing me undue stress and anxiety, and I fear that it will begin to affect my performance in my other classes. I understand that dropping a class is not a decision to be taken lightly, and I have weighed the pros and cons carefully. While I am disappointed to have to drop this class, I believe that it is the best course of action for me at this time. By doing so, I can devote more time and energy to my other classes and ensure that I am able to perform at my best.
Alongside the added stress and pressure of trying to maintain a high grade in my mandatory degree classes, I am also adjusting medications to both my ongoing battle with depression and ADHD which is taking a difficult tole on my mind and body. If you need to hear from my doctor or counselor, either would be willing to speak out on my behalf. Thank you for considering my request. If you require any further information or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Thomas Bowie
Documentation
Professional Letter: 20204608 bowiethomas.pdf
Document: T Bowie.PDF
Documentation Detail: Here is a form from my first interaction with QSAS. This is after they reviewed my IEP which I can also attach