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Petition Type: New
ID: 12914
Submitted: April 6, 2025 at 5:13:22 PM
First Name: Ning
Last Name: Lu
Pronoun: he/him
Student Number: 20321686
Email: 21nl22@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BAH
Plan: ECON
Level of Study: 3
Petition Categories
Petition Categories: Request to take more than 6.0 units of courses on a letter of permission through another institution
Petition Letter
Petition Letter: To the Associate Dean (Academic),
I am submitting this petition to request approval to take more than 6.0 units of courses at another institution via a Letter of Permission during Summer 2025. I plan to enroll in two courses at Qingdao University of Technology while residing in China for a summer internship. This petition is based on extenuating logistical and academic circumstances that have directly impacted my ability to complete these courses at Queen’s University.
Due to my internship placement this summer in China, I will be located in a different time zone, and this makes it significantly more difficult to balance Queen’s online course offerings with my work responsibilities. Being able to study within the same time zone will allow me to succeed both academically and professionally.
The courses I am requesting to take two of the following four: ECON 260 (Environment & Economics), ECON 380 (Mathematical Economics), GPHY 150 (Human Geography), and PSY 110 (Psychology I) to fulfill my optional economics and elective course requirements. These are not core requirements but are necessary for my degree completion. I have thoroughly reviewed the course offerings at Queen’s each term and found that the specific courses I hoped to take were either not offered during summer terms, or offered during conflicting periods in Fall/Winter when I had full course loads.
Although I have maintained good academic standing throughout my studies, this combination of internship obligation and course availability has created a unique situation. Taking these summer courses is the only way for me to fulfill the remaining requirements of my degree and graduate on time.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I am prepared to provide additional documentation regarding my internship or course evaluations if needed.
Sincerely,
Ning Lu
I am submitting this petition to request approval to take more than 6.0 units of courses at another institution via a Letter of Permission during Summer 2025. I plan to enroll in two courses at Qingdao University of Technology while residing in China for a summer internship. This petition is based on extenuating logistical and academic circumstances that have directly impacted my ability to complete these courses at Queen’s University.
Due to my internship placement this summer in China, I will be located in a different time zone, and this makes it significantly more difficult to balance Queen’s online course offerings with my work responsibilities. Being able to study within the same time zone will allow me to succeed both academically and professionally.
The courses I am requesting to take two of the following four: ECON 260 (Environment & Economics), ECON 380 (Mathematical Economics), GPHY 150 (Human Geography), and PSY 110 (Psychology I) to fulfill my optional economics and elective course requirements. These are not core requirements but are necessary for my degree completion. I have thoroughly reviewed the course offerings at Queen’s each term and found that the specific courses I hoped to take were either not offered during summer terms, or offered during conflicting periods in Fall/Winter when I had full course loads.
Although I have maintained good academic standing throughout my studies, this combination of internship obligation and course availability has created a unique situation. Taking these summer courses is the only way for me to fulfill the remaining requirements of my degree and graduate on time.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I am prepared to provide additional documentation regarding my internship or course evaluations if needed.
Sincerely,
Ning Lu
Academic Plan
Academic Plan: A. Focus of Studies
I am currently registered in my intended degree plan within the Faculty of Arts and Science, and I have reviewed my Academic Advisement Report in SOLUS to track my academic progress. While the courses I am requesting to take are not the final requirements for my degree, they are essential to help me remain on track for graduation by Spring 2026.
I am seeking to take two of the following four courses at Qingdao University of Technology during the Summer 2025 term via a Letter of Permission:
ECON 260 – Environment & Economics
ECON 380 – Mathematical Economics
GPHY 150 – Human Geography
PSY 110 – Psychology I
These courses will fulfill outstanding requirements in two categories:
Optional Economics course(s) under my plan
General elective(s)
After multiple terms of course planning and review, I have found that the Queen’s summer offerings rarely include courses that align with these remaining categories in my plan. I have also encountered scheduling conflicts or unavailability during the regular academic year, making it difficult to fulfill these credits without extending my degree.
B. Workload Expectations and Time Management
During Summer 2025, I will also be undertaking a full-time internship in China. To balance academic and professional responsibilities effectively, taking courses at a local institution in the same time zone is both necessary and practical.
To manage workload:
I will enroll in only two courses to ensure quality engagement without overwhelming my schedule.
I will design a weekly routine that integrates dedicated study time alongside internship responsibilities.
I will utilize productivity tools and strategies to remain organized and avoid procrastination.
C. Strategies for Success
To ensure academic success and smooth credit transfer:
I will request and submit detailed syllabi to Queen’s for evaluation before course enrollment, in line with LOP policy.
I will keep copies of assignments, exams, and transcripts for future review and credit validation.
This academic plan represents a thoughtful and proactive approach to maintaining my academic momentum and graduating on time next spring. It addresses my specific academic needs while accommodating my internship commitment. I am confident that this strategy balances academic integrity, realistic planning, and personal responsibility.
I am currently registered in my intended degree plan within the Faculty of Arts and Science, and I have reviewed my Academic Advisement Report in SOLUS to track my academic progress. While the courses I am requesting to take are not the final requirements for my degree, they are essential to help me remain on track for graduation by Spring 2026.
I am seeking to take two of the following four courses at Qingdao University of Technology during the Summer 2025 term via a Letter of Permission:
ECON 260 – Environment & Economics
ECON 380 – Mathematical Economics
GPHY 150 – Human Geography
PSY 110 – Psychology I
These courses will fulfill outstanding requirements in two categories:
Optional Economics course(s) under my plan
General elective(s)
After multiple terms of course planning and review, I have found that the Queen’s summer offerings rarely include courses that align with these remaining categories in my plan. I have also encountered scheduling conflicts or unavailability during the regular academic year, making it difficult to fulfill these credits without extending my degree.
B. Workload Expectations and Time Management
During Summer 2025, I will also be undertaking a full-time internship in China. To balance academic and professional responsibilities effectively, taking courses at a local institution in the same time zone is both necessary and practical.
To manage workload:
I will enroll in only two courses to ensure quality engagement without overwhelming my schedule.
I will design a weekly routine that integrates dedicated study time alongside internship responsibilities.
I will utilize productivity tools and strategies to remain organized and avoid procrastination.
C. Strategies for Success
To ensure academic success and smooth credit transfer:
I will request and submit detailed syllabi to Queen’s for evaluation before course enrollment, in line with LOP policy.
I will keep copies of assignments, exams, and transcripts for future review and credit validation.
This academic plan represents a thoughtful and proactive approach to maintaining my academic momentum and graduating on time next spring. It addresses my specific academic needs while accommodating my internship commitment. I am confident that this strategy balances academic integrity, realistic planning, and personal responsibility.
Documentation
Professional Letter Detail: Waiting for response from Michael Barber (barberm@queensu.ca)
Documentation Detail: ECON 260 Syllabus
Document: ECON 380 Math Economics-0.pdf
Documentation Detail: ECON 380 Syllabus
Document: GPHY 150 Human Geography.pdf
Documentation Detail: GPHY 150 Syllabus
Document: PSY 110 Psychology I-0.pdf
Documentation Detail: PSY 110 Syllabus
Decision Letters
History
Originally submitted April 6, 2025 at 5:13:22 PM.
| Field | Reference | Old Value | New Value | Note | User | Date/Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| status | N/A | Received | In Review | Kerri Andrews | 2025-04-07 3:56:34 PM | |
| status | N/A | In Review | Denied | Kerri Andrews | 2025-04-21 3:52:50 PM | |
| associate_dean | N/A | Jenn Stephenson, Ph.D. | Kerri Andrews | 2025-04-21 3:52:50 PM | ||
| decision_letter | N/A | N/A | Decision letter sent | Kerri Andrews | 2025-04-21 3:53:50 PM |