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Petition Type: New
ID: 8416
Submitted: December 2, 2021 at 12:50:49 AM
First Name: Hannah
Last Name: Vincent
Student Number: 20148545
Email: 18hcv@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BAH
Plan: POLS
Level of Study: 3
Petition Categories
Petition Categories: Drop a course after the academic deadline
Appeal Category Detail: Medical Leave
Code: POLS 359
Term: Fall
Year: 2021
Petition Category: Drop a course after the academic deadline
Code: POLS 384
Term: Fall
Year: 2021
Petition Category: Drop a course after the academic deadline
Code: POLS 327
Term: Fall
Year: 2021
Petition Category: Drop a course after the academic deadline
Petition Letter
Petition Letter: Over the last two and a half to three years I have struggled with several issues pertaining to my mental well-being. For the most part, I have been able to function to some minimum levels that have allowed me to complete my first two years of schooling at Queen??s, but it has become increasingly apparent to me that my struggles around my mental health have diminished to the point where I need to ask for this academic appeal. I recognize that while I have been able to pass all of my courses during my time at Queen's, the effects of my mental health have impacted my capability to perform my best within all of my courses.
I have sought counseling and guidance from the school, as well as from my parents and healthcare professionals in an attempt to overcome this. But, it has come to the point that myself, my counselor, and my parents feel that in the best interest of my overall health and well-being I need to take a break and concentrate solely on getting myself back to a point where I can be a fully engaged student and useful member of the Queen??s community. I am torn by this decision, but I truly believe it is in my best interest to take a step back from my academics at this time. Within the last year, I have had two incidents that have ended up with me needing to seek medical attention at KGH. I have simply reached the point where I do not feel I will be able to complete the entirety of my courses this term without failing out of my courses, or causing myself more mental harm and anguish.
I have sought counseling and guidance from the school, as well as from my parents and healthcare professionals in an attempt to overcome this. But, it has come to the point that myself, my counselor, and my parents feel that in the best interest of my overall health and well-being I need to take a break and concentrate solely on getting myself back to a point where I can be a fully engaged student and useful member of the Queen??s community. I am torn by this decision, but I truly believe it is in my best interest to take a step back from my academics at this time. Within the last year, I have had two incidents that have ended up with me needing to seek medical attention at KGH. I have simply reached the point where I do not feel I will be able to complete the entirety of my courses this term without failing out of my courses, or causing myself more mental harm and anguish.
Academic Plan
Academic Plan: I truly believe that with my full-time commitment to my mental health, I will be able to learn and gain an understanding of what causes me these stresses and reactions to such. By working to acquire the necessary tools for me to live a happy and productive life, I feel that I can then overcome what I am currently dealing with.
My intention in applying for this appeal is in the hope that once I have been able to seek the help I need, I will be able to return to my studies healthier and stronger than I am now with greater potential to succeed in my academic career. In terms of the current academics that I hope to complete this term, I have been working with my counselor Brooke to coordinate the appropriate accommodations that will allow me to successfully finish each class. I have spoken with my professor from POLS 338, he has agreed to allow me to write the in-person exam in an online setting during the deferral period in January once I send him the appropriate accommodations. Because of this, I feel as though with my accommodations I will be able to successfully complete both POLS 360 and POLS 338.
I have booked an appointment with my family practitioner in regard to different options for therapy, as well as a referral to a psychologist, after which I will be able to maintain regular counseling. My hope in doing this is I will be able to retake the courses that I am currently appealing, once I have recovered and return to my academics. By working with my parents, family practitioner, and counselor, I truly believe that we will be able to come up with a plan that provides me the space I need to improve my mental health.
My intention in applying for this appeal is in the hope that once I have been able to seek the help I need, I will be able to return to my studies healthier and stronger than I am now with greater potential to succeed in my academic career. In terms of the current academics that I hope to complete this term, I have been working with my counselor Brooke to coordinate the appropriate accommodations that will allow me to successfully finish each class. I have spoken with my professor from POLS 338, he has agreed to allow me to write the in-person exam in an online setting during the deferral period in January once I send him the appropriate accommodations. Because of this, I feel as though with my accommodations I will be able to successfully complete both POLS 360 and POLS 338.
I have booked an appointment with my family practitioner in regard to different options for therapy, as well as a referral to a psychologist, after which I will be able to maintain regular counseling. My hope in doing this is I will be able to retake the courses that I am currently appealing, once I have recovered and return to my academics. By working with my parents, family practitioner, and counselor, I truly believe that we will be able to come up with a plan that provides me the space I need to improve my mental health.
Documentation
Professional Letter: HV SWS Appeal Documentation.pdf