Submit an Academic Petition or Appeal

Petition Letter: Dear Associate Dean,

I am writing to request a re-enrollment in CLST 205 for the Summer 2025 term. Due to ongoing mental health challenges that have significantly impacted my academic performance during the term, which are outlined in my supporting documentation from my counselor, I was unable to meet several key deadlines for the course. Due to this, I realized that passing the course was no longer possible and, unaware of the option to apply for an incomplete grade, I made the decision to drop the class before the academic penalty deadline.

These mental health challenges spanned the duration of the course and directly affected four major components of the coursework that I did not complete: two discussion assignments, a debate, and a presentation. Since dropping the class, I have consulted with my course instructor, and we have agreed on a plan to complete the outstanding coursework by August 31st. This timeline would give me roughly two weeks per assignment, which I believe is a manageable and realistic schedule under my current circumstances.

I am fully committed to completing the course requirements to the best of my ability and would greatly appreciate the opportunity to do so. Please let me know if any further documentation or steps are required.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Samuel Valdez