Submit an Academic Petition or Appeal

Petition Letter: Hello, I am Alexandra Chan, currently an upper year student in ArtSci. Throughout my degree I have struggled greatly with my mental health and ADHD. I began my time at Queen’s University in 2019 and truthfully ever since COVID caused long periods of online courses, illness, and degree program changes, I have not yet been able to return to the student I once was. My struggles with my mental health and disability have been a lifelong issue but during my time at Queen’s they have been exacerbated at times. This is evident in my overall transcript, some semesters I feel I have done quite well, while other times I have fallen by the wayside and been unable to function well enough to keep up. The winter semester of 2024 was one of these semesters. I struggled with insomnia and worsening anxiety, making it difficult to attend class and pass all my courses. Additionally, my ADHD was a large factor in my poor functioning and falling behind. I have also continuously tried and failed to find a medication that improves my disability. Feeling extremely low, I sought counselling through the university, but this was later in the semester and could only help so much. I entered the following summer with the hope to pick myself up, but this unfortunately did not happen. I have included a letter from my doctor.
As a result I am asking to petition late course drops for FILM 218, FILM 220, and FILM 275 from Winter 2024. The results in these courses are more indicative of my extenuating circumstances, and are not indicative of what I am capable of as a student. In my 6th year of my undergrad now, I still remain determined to overcome my challenges and complete my education. Thank you for your consideration.