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Petition Type: New
ID: 2128
Submitted: April 26, 2016 at 8:06:53 PM
First Name: Nestor
Last Name: Grandal
Student Number: 10169404
Email: 14nag1@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BSH
Plan: LISC
Level of Study: 1
Petition Categories
Petition Categories: Drop a course after the academic deadline
Code: CHEM 112
Term: Fall/Winter
Year: 2016
Petition Category: Drop a course after the academic deadline
Code: PHYS 117
Term: Fall/Winter
Year: 2016
Petition Category: Drop a course after the academic deadline
Code: ANAT 215
Term: Fall
Year: 2015
Petition Category: Drop a course after the academic deadline
Code: HLTH 101
Term: Fall
Year: 2015
Petition Category: Drop a course after the academic deadline
Petition Letter
Petition Letter: To the Associate Deans Office,
My name is Nestor Grandal and I have recently completed my first year at Queen's. I am writing this appeal to try and drop several of my courses late. These courses include: CHEM 112, PHYS 117, ANAT 215 and HLTH 101.
I came to Queen's excited at the chance to pursue a life science major. Hence, I took all the science courses I could, including a second year anatomy course (ANAT 215/216) that I was able to take using my previously earned IB biology credit. However, over the course of the two semesters my concentration, focus, and mood were affected by my depression/anxiety. I was diagnosed in early January, before coming to Queen's, and have been struggling to perform up to my abilities. I wasn't able to complete all of the assignments and received failing grades in these courses as a result of these hindering circumstances. I have attached two doctor's notes outlining the details of my illness.
I am still determined to try and get into the life science program in my third year. To achieve this, I am re-taking HLTH 101 through the offered online summer course. I also plan on re-taking CHEM 112, PHYS 117, and possibly ANAT 215/216 in the coming school year.
Another issue I would like to raise is regarding OSAP funding. The financial aid that I receive from OSAP is essential for my attending university, however I¿¿m not sure how this appeal decision would affect my funding options.
Thank you for your consideration,
Nestor A. Grandal
My name is Nestor Grandal and I have recently completed my first year at Queen's. I am writing this appeal to try and drop several of my courses late. These courses include: CHEM 112, PHYS 117, ANAT 215 and HLTH 101.
I came to Queen's excited at the chance to pursue a life science major. Hence, I took all the science courses I could, including a second year anatomy course (ANAT 215/216) that I was able to take using my previously earned IB biology credit. However, over the course of the two semesters my concentration, focus, and mood were affected by my depression/anxiety. I was diagnosed in early January, before coming to Queen's, and have been struggling to perform up to my abilities. I wasn't able to complete all of the assignments and received failing grades in these courses as a result of these hindering circumstances. I have attached two doctor's notes outlining the details of my illness.
I am still determined to try and get into the life science program in my third year. To achieve this, I am re-taking HLTH 101 through the offered online summer course. I also plan on re-taking CHEM 112, PHYS 117, and possibly ANAT 215/216 in the coming school year.
Another issue I would like to raise is regarding OSAP funding. The financial aid that I receive from OSAP is essential for my attending university, however I¿¿m not sure how this appeal decision would affect my funding options.
Thank you for your consideration,
Nestor A. Grandal
Documentation
Professional Letter: Physician Note-3.pdf
Document: QSAS Disabilities Form-1.pdf