Academic Plan
While I am currently enrolled in Concurrent Education, if I were granted permission to complete my studies at Western University, I would withdraw from the Concurrent Education program. As outlined in my letter, uncertainty surrounds my ability to live away from home for much longer. In turn, I would complete my degree in History at Western, and then apply to traditional teacher’s colleges following this. Not only would this make transferring easier, but it would also give me a strong emotional foundation, while enabling me to focus on one pathway – history – before becoming an educator.
My intentions regarding my workload are to manage it in such a way that allows for greater flexibility and time to concentrate on activites outside of academics. Specifically, my workload would be lessened if I were to withdraw from Concurrent Education, and I would balance in person and online courses in order to maximize my availability at home.
Closely working with both institutions in order to ensure a seamless transfer of credits is of utmost importance. With the support of Student Wellness Services at both Queen’s and Western, as well as being closer to home, I believe this plan will result in the most well-rounded and holistic outcome, which balances academics, mental health, and familial obligations. Being able to complete my degree, as well as manage household responsibilities are my top priorities. With the permission from Dr. Currarino – the Chair of Undergraduate Studies – and close collaboration with the History department, I have already laid a strong administrative foundation to ensure a seamless transfer of credits, as well as a coordinated effort to enroll in relevant, equivalent history courses at Western that satisfy Queen’s major requiremetns.