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