Academic Plan
Academic Plan – Noura Sleiman
Noura Sleiman
10095714
Life Sciences
Arts and Science
May 27, 2025
A. Focus of Study
I am registered in my desired degree plan and have reviewed my Academic Advisement Report in SOLUS. I understand the courses and requirements remaining to complete my degree. I am committed to fulfilling all program requirements in a timely and focused manner. I have created a course map for the next academic year, based on available offerings and my current academic standing. My goal is to return to part-time studies to ensure I can manage the academic demands while establishing consistent study habits. When consistent progress is evident, I will consider returning to full-time enrollment if appropriate.
B. Workload and Registration Intentions
Given the challenges I experienced in the past year, I plan to begin with a reduced course load of 6.0-9.0 units per term, which I believe is realistic and manageable under my current circumstances, as that is my current course load and I am progressing well this way. This allows me to rebuild academic momentum while ensuring consistent participation with coursework. I also hope to retake failed courses to increase my GPA should my circumstances permit regarding my course load. I am currently completing an easy transition back to Canada after living in France and Kuwait over the past year. Returning home will allow me to access the emotional, logistical, and academic support systems I previously lacked.
I have no incomplete work from previous sessions and am prepared to start fresh in the next academic term.
C. Strategies for Success
Challenges I encountered included disruptions due to the war in Beirut, which directly impacted my immediate family, and a personal matter that required ongoing support. These events made it difficult to participate in coursework, though they have since subsided. I now have the stability and support I need to succeed and have since been successful in my current spring-summer courses.
Steps I will take include:
• Continuing professional support for my personal situation
• Regularly consulting with academic advisors and using Queen’s Student Academic Success Services (SASS)
• Staying consistent with class participation
• Attending professor zoom meeting/drop-in hours and seeking peer support as needed
• Monitoring my progress and adjusting course load to maintain strong performance
• Meeting regularly with academic advisors to track my progress
This academic plan reflects my commitment to success and my awareness of how to address previous challenges. With a stable personal environment, realistic workload, and proactive use of university resources, I am confident in my ability to make consistent academic progress.
Noura Sleiman
10095714
Life Sciences
Arts and Science
May 27, 2025
A. Focus of Study
I am registered in my desired degree plan and have reviewed my Academic Advisement Report in SOLUS. I understand the courses and requirements remaining to complete my degree. I am committed to fulfilling all program requirements in a timely and focused manner. I have created a course map for the next academic year, based on available offerings and my current academic standing. My goal is to return to part-time studies to ensure I can manage the academic demands while establishing consistent study habits. When consistent progress is evident, I will consider returning to full-time enrollment if appropriate.
B. Workload and Registration Intentions
Given the challenges I experienced in the past year, I plan to begin with a reduced course load of 6.0-9.0 units per term, which I believe is realistic and manageable under my current circumstances, as that is my current course load and I am progressing well this way. This allows me to rebuild academic momentum while ensuring consistent participation with coursework. I also hope to retake failed courses to increase my GPA should my circumstances permit regarding my course load. I am currently completing an easy transition back to Canada after living in France and Kuwait over the past year. Returning home will allow me to access the emotional, logistical, and academic support systems I previously lacked.
I have no incomplete work from previous sessions and am prepared to start fresh in the next academic term.
C. Strategies for Success
Challenges I encountered included disruptions due to the war in Beirut, which directly impacted my immediate family, and a personal matter that required ongoing support. These events made it difficult to participate in coursework, though they have since subsided. I now have the stability and support I need to succeed and have since been successful in my current spring-summer courses.
Steps I will take include:
• Continuing professional support for my personal situation
• Regularly consulting with academic advisors and using Queen’s Student Academic Success Services (SASS)
• Staying consistent with class participation
• Attending professor zoom meeting/drop-in hours and seeking peer support as needed
• Monitoring my progress and adjusting course load to maintain strong performance
• Meeting regularly with academic advisors to track my progress
This academic plan reflects my commitment to success and my awareness of how to address previous challenges. With a stable personal environment, realistic workload, and proactive use of university resources, I am confident in my ability to make consistent academic progress.