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Petition Type: New
ID: 14005
Submitted: February 2, 2026 at 10:50:01 AM
First Name: Osarieme
Last Name: Osunde
Pronoun: she/her
Preferred Name: Ruth
Student Number: 20291040
Email: 20oro2@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BAH
Plan: PSYC HLTH
Level of Study: 4
Petition Categories
Petition Categories: Request an extension of an exam deferral
Code: PSYC 342
Term: Fall
Year: 2025
Petition Category: Request an extension of an exam deferral
Instructor's Name: Leandre Fabrigar
Component: Final Exam
Petition Letter
Petition Letter: To the Faculty of Arts and Science Appeals Committee,
I am writing to formally request an extension on my deferred examination due to significant mental health challenges beyond my control that directly affected my academic performance.
I am a student registered with Queen’s Student Accessibility Services (QSAS) for ongoing mental health related accommodations. During the period surrounding the scheduled deferred examination, my mental health significantly worsened, resulting in increased difficulty with concentration, stress regulation, and sustained cognitive functioning. These challenges occurred during a critical academic period and substantially interfered with my ability to prepare for and complete the examination under standard conditions.
As a result of these circumstances, I was unable to adequately prepare for or write the deferred examination at the scheduled time. The impact of my mental health during this period prevented me from demonstrating my academic knowledge and abilities in a fair and accurate manner.
In response to these challenges, I took steps to address my mental health and stabilize my condition, including engaging with appropriate supports. Supporting documentation has been provided, and my registration with QSAS reflects the ongoing nature of these challenges and their impact on my academic functioning.
I remain committed to my academic progress and to completing my degree requirements. I am requesting this extension so that I may complete the deferred examination under conditions that appropriately reflect my circumstances and allow for an equitable assessment of my academic performance.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Ruth Osunde
I am writing to formally request an extension on my deferred examination due to significant mental health challenges beyond my control that directly affected my academic performance.
I am a student registered with Queen’s Student Accessibility Services (QSAS) for ongoing mental health related accommodations. During the period surrounding the scheduled deferred examination, my mental health significantly worsened, resulting in increased difficulty with concentration, stress regulation, and sustained cognitive functioning. These challenges occurred during a critical academic period and substantially interfered with my ability to prepare for and complete the examination under standard conditions.
As a result of these circumstances, I was unable to adequately prepare for or write the deferred examination at the scheduled time. The impact of my mental health during this period prevented me from demonstrating my academic knowledge and abilities in a fair and accurate manner.
In response to these challenges, I took steps to address my mental health and stabilize my condition, including engaging with appropriate supports. Supporting documentation has been provided, and my registration with QSAS reflects the ongoing nature of these challenges and their impact on my academic functioning.
I remain committed to my academic progress and to completing my degree requirements. I am requesting this extension so that I may complete the deferred examination under conditions that appropriately reflect my circumstances and allow for an equitable assessment of my academic performance.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Ruth Osunde
Documentation
Professional Letter: Ruth Osunde Petition 20291040.pdf
Professional Letter Detail: NO DOC
Decision Letters
Level 1 Status
Status: DeniedLevel 2
Appeal Type: Level 2
ID: 357
Submitted: April 2, 2026 at 4:22:42 PM
Relevant Petition: 14005
Decision(s) Being Appealed: Request an extension of an exam deferral: PSYC 342, Fall 2025 (Leandre Fabrigar ): Final Exam
Appeal Grounds
Appeals to the Board of Studies must include a letter based on one or more of the Grounds for Appeal (Appeal Regulation 3.4). What are the grounds you are basing your appeal on?
- The Associate Dean's decision did not follow the rules of procedural fairness. A breach of procedural fairness includes such things as the Associate Dean failed to:
- Follow the university rules and regulations in a way that supported your right to a fair process.
Appeal Grounds Details: The initial decision involved a breach of procedural fairness due to conflicting instructions provided by the university. I was explicitly advised by the Petitions Office that a corroborating letter from a friend would be considered
Appeal Letter
Appeal Letter: To the Board of Studies,
I am writing to formally submit a Level 2 appeal regarding the denial of my petition for an extension of an exam deferral in PSYC 342. This appeal is based on new evidence that directly addresses the grounds for the initial denial and procedural unfairness in the Level 1 process.
1. Context and Timeline of Events
To assist the Board in understanding the medical documentation provided, I wish to clarify the timeline of my circumstances. My final exam for PSYC 342 was originally scheduled for the December 2025 exam period. During this time, I traveled home to Lagos, Nigeria.
I initially requested a deferral for the December exam, which was approved by my instructor, Leandre Fabrigar. This allowed me to move the examination to the January 2026 deferred exam period. While I was at home, I was scheduled for a medical procedure; however, I was unable to proceed with it at that time due to my mental state, which was characterized by increased anxiety and associated distress before, during, and after the scheduled appointment.
While I was prepared to complete the requirement in January, the combination of these medical circumstances and the significant impact on my cognitive functioning prevented me from being well enough to write the exam during that January window. The documentation from the Lagos State Accident and Emergency Centre confirms I was under active care during both the December 2025 and January 2026 periods.
2. New Evidence
The Associate Dean’s decision on March 23, 2026, indicated that my petition was denied because it lacked documentation from a professional. I am now providing two documents that were not available during my initial submission:
Medical Report from Lagos State Accident and Emergency Centre (Jan 23, 2026): Dr. Hassan confirms I was under care from December 2025 to January 2026. The report states that my medical circumstances and associated distress had a
I am writing to formally submit a Level 2 appeal regarding the denial of my petition for an extension of an exam deferral in PSYC 342. This appeal is based on new evidence that directly addresses the grounds for the initial denial and procedural unfairness in the Level 1 process.
1. Context and Timeline of Events
To assist the Board in understanding the medical documentation provided, I wish to clarify the timeline of my circumstances. My final exam for PSYC 342 was originally scheduled for the December 2025 exam period. During this time, I traveled home to Lagos, Nigeria.
I initially requested a deferral for the December exam, which was approved by my instructor, Leandre Fabrigar. This allowed me to move the examination to the January 2026 deferred exam period. While I was at home, I was scheduled for a medical procedure; however, I was unable to proceed with it at that time due to my mental state, which was characterized by increased anxiety and associated distress before, during, and after the scheduled appointment.
While I was prepared to complete the requirement in January, the combination of these medical circumstances and the significant impact on my cognitive functioning prevented me from being well enough to write the exam during that January window. The documentation from the Lagos State Accident and Emergency Centre confirms I was under active care during both the December 2025 and January 2026 periods.
2. New Evidence
The Associate Dean’s decision on March 23, 2026, indicated that my petition was denied because it lacked documentation from a professional. I am now providing two documents that were not available during my initial submission:
Medical Report from Lagos State Accident and Emergency Centre (Jan 23, 2026): Dr. Hassan confirms I was under care from December 2025 to January 2026. The report states that my medical circumstances and associated distress had a
Documentation
Document: Ruth Osunde Medical Report.pdf
Document: SWS Documentation Ruth Osunde.pdf
History
Originally submitted February 2, 2026 at 10:50:01 AM.
| Field | Reference | Old Value | New Value | Note | User | Date/Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| status | N/A | Received | Incomplete | Kerri Andrews | 2026-02-09 7:21:27 PM | |
| status | N/A | Incomplete | In Review | Kerri Andrews | 2026-02-24 4:04:48 PM | |
| status | N/A | In Review | Denied | Kerri Andrews | 2026-03-23 10:03:54 AM | |
| associate_dean | N/A | Dorit Naaman (Associate Dean Academic) | Kerri Andrews | 2026-03-23 10:03:54 AM | ||
| decision_letter | N/A | N/A | Decision letter sent | Kerri Andrews | 2026-03-23 10:05:51 AM | |
| new_appeal_level_2 | N/A | Level 2 | Level 2 Appeal ID: 357 | 20oro2 | 2026-04-02 4:22:42 PM | |
| status | N/A | Received | In Review | Kathrine Scott | 2026-04-06 8:42:41 AM | |
| status | N/A | In Review | Granted | Kathrine Scott | 2026-06-25 9:47:31 AM |