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Petition Type: New
ID: 12981
Submitted: April 22, 2025 at 10:05:25 AM
First Name: Maheen
Last Name: Siddiqui
Pronoun: she/her
Preferred Name: Maheen
Student Number: 20266616
Email: 20ms125@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BAH
Plan: POLS
Level of Study: 4
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: Petition Letter for LOP Approval – NATO Field School and Simulation Program
To the Academic Progress Committee,
My name is Maheen Siddiqui, and I am currently a fourth-year Political Studies student completing my undergraduate degree at Queen’s University. I am writing to respectfully request an exception to Academic Regulation 14 in order to exceed the 6.0-unit limit for courses taken on a Letter of Permission (LOP).
I have been accepted into the NATO Field School and Simulation Program, an exceptional academic opportunity that is not available at Queen’s University. This intensive program offers a unique, experiential learning environment where I will engage directly with NATO officials, policy experts, and students from around the world. The interdisciplinary and international nature of this course aligns strongly with my academic interests and career goals in international relations and security studies.
This course also represents the final 12.0 units I require to complete my degree. I am requesting permission to transfer 12.0 units from this program (6.0 units of POLS 3UNS and 6.0 units of POLS 4UNS), which will enable me to fulfill my remaining degree requirements and graduate on schedule.
I understand the importance of upholding academic regulations, but I hope the committee will consider the unique academic value of this course and my strong rationale for exceeding the LOP credit limit for this experience.
Thank you for considering my petition. Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any additional information.
Sincerely,
Maheen Siddiqui
Student ID: 20266616
Email: 20ms125@queensu.ca
To the Academic Progress Committee,
My name is Maheen Siddiqui, and I am currently a fourth-year Political Studies student completing my undergraduate degree at Queen’s University. I am writing to respectfully request an exception to Academic Regulation 14 in order to exceed the 6.0-unit limit for courses taken on a Letter of Permission (LOP).
I have been accepted into the NATO Field School and Simulation Program, an exceptional academic opportunity that is not available at Queen’s University. This intensive program offers a unique, experiential learning environment where I will engage directly with NATO officials, policy experts, and students from around the world. The interdisciplinary and international nature of this course aligns strongly with my academic interests and career goals in international relations and security studies.
This course also represents the final 12.0 units I require to complete my degree. I am requesting permission to transfer 12.0 units from this program (6.0 units of POLS 3UNS and 6.0 units of POLS 4UNS), which will enable me to fulfill my remaining degree requirements and graduate on schedule.
I understand the importance of upholding academic regulations, but I hope the committee will consider the unique academic value of this course and my strong rationale for exceeding the LOP credit limit for this experience.
Thank you for considering my petition. Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require any additional information.
Sincerely,
Maheen Siddiqui
Student ID: 20266616
Email: 20ms125@queensu.ca
Academic Plan
Academic Plan: A. Course of Study:
I am a fourth-year Political Studies student with a minor in Employment Relations, registered in my desired degree plan. I have reviewed my Academic Advisement Report on SOLUS and confirmed that I require 12.0 more units to complete my degree. I have been accepted into the NATO Field School and Simulation Program, and I am seeking to transfer 12.0 units from this course (6.0 units of POLS 3UNS and 6.0 units of POLS 4UNS) to fulfill my final degree requirements. I have also consulted with academic advisors, who have reviewed my degree requirements with me to ensure that I am on track to graduate.
B. Workload Expectations:
I intend to remain a full-time student while participating in this program. This course is intensive but structured, and I have adjusted my summer schedule to fully dedicate myself to its requirements. Upon completion, I will have met all academic requirements necessary for graduation.
C. Strategies for Success:
To ensure my success, I have reviewed the course expectations in advance, planned my schedule accordingly, and will maintain regular communication with course instructors and program coordinators. I am confident in my ability to manage the academic workload and complete the program successfully.
I am a fourth-year Political Studies student with a minor in Employment Relations, registered in my desired degree plan. I have reviewed my Academic Advisement Report on SOLUS and confirmed that I require 12.0 more units to complete my degree. I have been accepted into the NATO Field School and Simulation Program, and I am seeking to transfer 12.0 units from this course (6.0 units of POLS 3UNS and 6.0 units of POLS 4UNS) to fulfill my final degree requirements. I have also consulted with academic advisors, who have reviewed my degree requirements with me to ensure that I am on track to graduate.
B. Workload Expectations:
I intend to remain a full-time student while participating in this program. This course is intensive but structured, and I have adjusted my summer schedule to fully dedicate myself to its requirements. Upon completion, I will have met all academic requirements necessary for graduation.
C. Strategies for Success:
To ensure my success, I have reviewed the course expectations in advance, planned my schedule accordingly, and will maintain regular communication with course instructors and program coordinators. I am confident in my ability to manage the academic workload and complete the program successfully.
Documentation
Professional Letter Detail: NO DOC
Document: SFU NFS Syllabus 2025.pdf
Documentation Detail: Course Syllabus
Decision Letters
History
Originally submitted April 22, 2025 at 10:05:25 AM.
| Field | Reference | Old Value | New Value | Note | User | Date/Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| status | N/A | Received | In Review | Kerri Andrews | 2025-04-22 2:56:07 PM | |
| status | N/A | In Review | Granted | Kerri Andrews | 2025-05-05 10:02:50 AM | |
| associate_dean | N/A | Jenn Stephenson, Ph.D. | Kerri Andrews | 2025-05-05 10:02:50 AM | ||
| decision_letter | N/A | N/A | Decision letter sent | Kerri Andrews | 2025-05-05 10:03:47 AM |