Petition Letter
Petition Letter
A. The Request:
Dear Associate Dean’s,
I am petitioning to Waive a Requirement to Withdraw for One Year for Fall 2023 and winter 2024 year, and I am petitioning to drop these courses MATH 231 (Fall 2023) and MATH 384 (Fall 2023) and STAT 361 (Fall 2023).
B. Explanation of Extenuating Circumstances:
I am writing to formally request a waiver of the requirement to withdraw for one year due to extenuating family circumstances that have significantly impacted my academic performance during the Fall 2023 semester. Starting from October 7, 2023, I have faced a very challenging and distressing period due to the tragic events in Gaza. During this time, I lost several family members from my father's side. The ongoing violence and instability in Gaza have deeply affected me, making it extremely difficult to focus on my studies. The emotional toll of losing loved ones and worrying about the safety of my remaining family members has been overwhelming. The impact of these events was particularly pronounced during the Fall 2023 semester. The stress and grief I experienced affected my ability to concentrate on assignments, quizzes, and especially my final exams. The situation in Gaza was a constant source of anxiety, and it significantly hindered my academic performance throughout the term. In addition to these personal challenges, I was also managing a heavy course load, primarily consisting of core courses necessary for my graduation. I was under immense pressure to perform well and meet high expectations, both academically and personally. Unfortunately, due to the circumstances, I was unable to make the best decisions regarding course drops before the deadline. This resulted in poor performance in my courses, which has negatively affected my GPA. The cumulative stress and emotional burden over the last three months have been incredibly tough to manage. I found it increasingly difficult to stay engaged and motivated, leading to missed deadlines and suboptimal performance in my classes. The grief and anxiety I felt were overwhelming and deeply affected my mental health and academic focus. Despite these setbacks, I am committed to completing my degree and have been taking proactive steps to improve my academic standing. I am currently enrolled in summer courses to complete the 90 credits required for graduation. These courses are less demanding and have allowed me to focus better, resulting in improved academic performance. I am confident that these efforts will help raise my GPA to above 1.6. Graduating in the Fall 2024 is very important to me and my family. The delay caused by the requirement to withdraw for one year would significantly impact my academic and personal plans. I am determined to overcome these challenges and succeed in my studies, and I believe that with your support, I can achieve this goal. To address the ongoing challenges, I have sought support from counsellors and have developed strategies to manage my mental health better. I am attending regular counselling sessions and have created a structured study schedule that allows for better balance and focus. These steps have already started to show positive results, and I am confident that they will help me maintain my academic performance moving forward. I kindly ask for your understanding and consideration in waiving the requirement for my withdrawal. This would allow me to continue my education without interruption and achieve my goal of graduating in Fall 2024. I am committed to putting in the necessary work to succeed and am confident that I can overcome these challenges with the appropriate support.
Why didn’t you drop the course earlier?
I did not drop the course earlier because the emotional and psychological impact of the tragic events in Gaza was overwhelming and made it difficult for me to make clear and timely decisions regarding my academic progress. The loss of family members and the ongoing violence caused significant distress and anxiety, which impaired my ability to evaluate my situation objectively and consider the best course of action academically.
What I need for every course:
For Fall 2023:
- MATH 231, Fall 2023
- I Didn't do well in the final exam and the final exam had a 40% mark of the course.
- I need DR to drop the course after the academic deadline.
- MATH 384, Fall 2023
- I Didn't do well in the final exam and the final exam had a 50% mark of the course.
- I need DR to drop the course after the academic deadline.
- STAT 361, Fall 2023
- I Didn't do well in the final exam and the final exam had a 50% mark of the course.
- I need DR to drop the course after the academic deadline.
I hope you will consider my petition to approve my future plans. I am committed to pursuing excellence in my academic pursuits and believe that a more focused approach to my studies will enable me to achieve my goals.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
A. The Request:
Dear Associate Dean’s,
I am petitioning to Waive a Requirement to Withdraw for One Year for Fall 2023 and winter 2024 year, and I am petitioning to drop these courses MATH 231 (Fall 2023) and MATH 384 (Fall 2023) and STAT 361 (Fall 2023).
B. Explanation of Extenuating Circumstances:
I am writing to formally request a waiver of the requirement to withdraw for one year due to extenuating family circumstances that have significantly impacted my academic performance during the Fall 2023 semester. Starting from October 7, 2023, I have faced a very challenging and distressing period due to the tragic events in Gaza. During this time, I lost several family members from my father's side. The ongoing violence and instability in Gaza have deeply affected me, making it extremely difficult to focus on my studies. The emotional toll of losing loved ones and worrying about the safety of my remaining family members has been overwhelming. The impact of these events was particularly pronounced during the Fall 2023 semester. The stress and grief I experienced affected my ability to concentrate on assignments, quizzes, and especially my final exams. The situation in Gaza was a constant source of anxiety, and it significantly hindered my academic performance throughout the term. In addition to these personal challenges, I was also managing a heavy course load, primarily consisting of core courses necessary for my graduation. I was under immense pressure to perform well and meet high expectations, both academically and personally. Unfortunately, due to the circumstances, I was unable to make the best decisions regarding course drops before the deadline. This resulted in poor performance in my courses, which has negatively affected my GPA. The cumulative stress and emotional burden over the last three months have been incredibly tough to manage. I found it increasingly difficult to stay engaged and motivated, leading to missed deadlines and suboptimal performance in my classes. The grief and anxiety I felt were overwhelming and deeply affected my mental health and academic focus. Despite these setbacks, I am committed to completing my degree and have been taking proactive steps to improve my academic standing. I am currently enrolled in summer courses to complete the 90 credits required for graduation. These courses are less demanding and have allowed me to focus better, resulting in improved academic performance. I am confident that these efforts will help raise my GPA to above 1.6. Graduating in the Fall 2024 is very important to me and my family. The delay caused by the requirement to withdraw for one year would significantly impact my academic and personal plans. I am determined to overcome these challenges and succeed in my studies, and I believe that with your support, I can achieve this goal. To address the ongoing challenges, I have sought support from counsellors and have developed strategies to manage my mental health better. I am attending regular counselling sessions and have created a structured study schedule that allows for better balance and focus. These steps have already started to show positive results, and I am confident that they will help me maintain my academic performance moving forward. I kindly ask for your understanding and consideration in waiving the requirement for my withdrawal. This would allow me to continue my education without interruption and achieve my goal of graduating in Fall 2024. I am committed to putting in the necessary work to succeed and am confident that I can overcome these challenges with the appropriate support.
Why didn’t you drop the course earlier?
I did not drop the course earlier because the emotional and psychological impact of the tragic events in Gaza was overwhelming and made it difficult for me to make clear and timely decisions regarding my academic progress. The loss of family members and the ongoing violence caused significant distress and anxiety, which impaired my ability to evaluate my situation objectively and consider the best course of action academically.
What I need for every course:
For Fall 2023:
- MATH 231, Fall 2023
- I Didn't do well in the final exam and the final exam had a 40% mark of the course.
- I need DR to drop the course after the academic deadline.
- MATH 384, Fall 2023
- I Didn't do well in the final exam and the final exam had a 50% mark of the course.
- I need DR to drop the course after the academic deadline.
- STAT 361, Fall 2023
- I Didn't do well in the final exam and the final exam had a 50% mark of the course.
- I need DR to drop the course after the academic deadline.
I hope you will consider my petition to approve my future plans. I am committed to pursuing excellence in my academic pursuits and believe that a more focused approach to my studies will enable me to achieve my goals.
Thank you for your time and consideration.