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Petition Type: New
ID: 13358
Submitted: June 21, 2025 at 3:35:22 PM
First Name: Jia Jia
Last Name: Cui
Pronoun: She
Preferred Name: Heidi
Student Number: 20177032
Email: 19jjc@queensu.ca
Degree Program: B.Mus/B.Ed
Plan: Concurrent Education
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: Dear Associate Dean,
I am writing to respectfully request permission to take more than 6.0 units of courses at another accredited Canadian university through a Letter of Permission. This request arises due to ongoing extenuating circumstances related to my mental health, which have directly impacted my ability to fully engage with on-campus learning at Queen’s in the upcoming academic year.
Over the past academic terms, I have been managing persistent psychological challenges that have increasingly made it difficult to live independently and maintain the routine required for optimal academic performance in Kingston. After consulting with healthcare professionals and reflecting with my support network, I have come to recognize that returning home for the year would offer the stability and emotional support I need in order to succeed academically. Being closer to family will allow me to continue my treatment while reducing the day-to-day stressors that have negatively affected my mental wellness.
While I am fully committed to completing my degree at Queen’s, I believe that temporarily continuing my studies from a location near home, with access to local resources and support, is the most appropriate course of action. I have identified equivalent courses offered at a nearby institution that align with my program requirements, and I intend to pursue them with the same academic rigour and dedication I have applied at Queen’s.
In addition to supporting my mental health, this arrangement presents an opportunity to engage with new academic environments and perspectives that will broaden my learning. I remain passionate about my studies and confident that this approach will allow me to maintain academic continuity and stay on track for timely completion of my degree.
I sincerely hope you will consider my petition to exceed the 6.0-unit threshold on compassionate and academic grounds. I am happy to provide supporting documentation from healthcare professionals if required and will ensure I follow all necessary steps to obtain a formal Letter of Permission before enrolling in any external courses.
Thank you very much for your time and understanding.
Sincerely,
Heidi Cui
I am writing to respectfully request permission to take more than 6.0 units of courses at another accredited Canadian university through a Letter of Permission. This request arises due to ongoing extenuating circumstances related to my mental health, which have directly impacted my ability to fully engage with on-campus learning at Queen’s in the upcoming academic year.
Over the past academic terms, I have been managing persistent psychological challenges that have increasingly made it difficult to live independently and maintain the routine required for optimal academic performance in Kingston. After consulting with healthcare professionals and reflecting with my support network, I have come to recognize that returning home for the year would offer the stability and emotional support I need in order to succeed academically. Being closer to family will allow me to continue my treatment while reducing the day-to-day stressors that have negatively affected my mental wellness.
While I am fully committed to completing my degree at Queen’s, I believe that temporarily continuing my studies from a location near home, with access to local resources and support, is the most appropriate course of action. I have identified equivalent courses offered at a nearby institution that align with my program requirements, and I intend to pursue them with the same academic rigour and dedication I have applied at Queen’s.
In addition to supporting my mental health, this arrangement presents an opportunity to engage with new academic environments and perspectives that will broaden my learning. I remain passionate about my studies and confident that this approach will allow me to maintain academic continuity and stay on track for timely completion of my degree.
I sincerely hope you will consider my petition to exceed the 6.0-unit threshold on compassionate and academic grounds. I am happy to provide supporting documentation from healthcare professionals if required and will ensure I follow all necessary steps to obtain a formal Letter of Permission before enrolling in any external courses.
Thank you very much for your time and understanding.
Sincerely,
Heidi Cui
Academic Plan
Academic Plan: Dear Associate Dean,
As part of my petition to take more than 6.0 units at another accredited university through a Letter of Permission, I am writing to outline my academic plan to ensure continued progress toward my degree and long-term academic success.
My primary goal is to stay on track for the timely completion of my Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and Concurrent Education degrees. While living at home, I intend to take a full course load consisting of courses that align with the academic requirements of my Queen’s program. I have identified appropriate equivalent courses at a nearby accredited institution and will submit them for formal evaluation through the Letter of Permission process. This will allow me to complete my fourth year while preparing to return to Queen’s for my fifth and final year in the Concurrent Education program.
The decision to study from home is based on ongoing mental health challenges that have affected my ability to fully succeed in an independent, on-campus setting. Living at home provides a stable and supportive environment, which will help mitigate the emotional and psychological stress that has impacted my academic performance. I am currently working with a mental health professional and will continue regular sessions throughout the academic year to support my recovery and well-being.
This academic year, I will prioritize self-management and structure. I plan to maintain a consistent study routine, set up a quiet and organized workspace at home, and use digital tools to manage coursework, deadlines, and exams effectively. This structured approach will help me stay academically engaged and focused while addressing my health needs.
Although I will be temporarily enrolled elsewhere, I intend to remain closely connected with the Queen’s academic advising team and the Concurrent Education program. I am committed to staying informed about faculty updates, meeting program requirements, and preparing for a successful return to campus in my final year.
Thank you for considering this academic plan in support of my petition. I am determined to continue pursuing my degree with the same dedication and care while taking the necessary steps to protect and strengthen my health.
Sincerely,
Heidi Cui
As part of my petition to take more than 6.0 units at another accredited university through a Letter of Permission, I am writing to outline my academic plan to ensure continued progress toward my degree and long-term academic success.
My primary goal is to stay on track for the timely completion of my Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and Concurrent Education degrees. While living at home, I intend to take a full course load consisting of courses that align with the academic requirements of my Queen’s program. I have identified appropriate equivalent courses at a nearby accredited institution and will submit them for formal evaluation through the Letter of Permission process. This will allow me to complete my fourth year while preparing to return to Queen’s for my fifth and final year in the Concurrent Education program.
The decision to study from home is based on ongoing mental health challenges that have affected my ability to fully succeed in an independent, on-campus setting. Living at home provides a stable and supportive environment, which will help mitigate the emotional and psychological stress that has impacted my academic performance. I am currently working with a mental health professional and will continue regular sessions throughout the academic year to support my recovery and well-being.
This academic year, I will prioritize self-management and structure. I plan to maintain a consistent study routine, set up a quiet and organized workspace at home, and use digital tools to manage coursework, deadlines, and exams effectively. This structured approach will help me stay academically engaged and focused while addressing my health needs.
Although I will be temporarily enrolled elsewhere, I intend to remain closely connected with the Queen’s academic advising team and the Concurrent Education program. I am committed to staying informed about faculty updates, meeting program requirements, and preparing for a successful return to campus in my final year.
Thank you for considering this academic plan in support of my petition. I am determined to continue pursuing my degree with the same dedication and care while taking the necessary steps to protect and strengthen my health.
Sincerely,
Heidi Cui
Documentation
Professional Letter: Elgin Mills Medical Clinic.pdf