Academic Plan
I have recognized that working full-time as well as trying to complete a full course load was not working. As such, I have suspended all work engagements until September, and am prepared to extend this, if absolutely necessary. This will allow me to focus my energy and attention on my academic obligations. I feel that the result of this will be a much higher level of confidence in the work that I complete, and a perfect submission rate. This term, I will submit every single assignment in full, on time. To date, I have already completed an assignment for WRIT 125, which I will submit as soon as I am added into the course.
I have eliminated another distraction from my studies by taking a leave of absence: travel. This term I have arranged permanent accommodation for myself where I will be able to quietly study. The interruptions from having poor working conditions, or an unreliable internet connection have been eliminated until my studies are complete. Having a regular, reliable schedule will be a big improvement for my academics, and this stability will make a difference to the quality and timeliness of the work I submit.
In addition to this, I plan on spending more time with the supplementary sources of each course. My biggest liability in the semesters past was not being incapable of completing the work; instead it was not being confident in the finished product that I had written. The concern that I had missed something caused me to delay submission until it was too late. I believe this was primarily the result of not being confident enough in my own knowledge. Having reflected on this, it is something I can be more aware of moving forward.
With respect to financial stability, physical and mental health, I am fortunate to be well-off in each category. However, I will remain cognizant of my desire to 'perfect' my submissions. I'm currently reading a book called Overcoming Perfectionism: Finding the Key to Balance by Ann Smith. It's a pretty light read, but I've found some catharsis in it.
I'm confident that this set of situational and strategic changes in my study plan will allow me to succeed this semester, and to set right some of the mistakes that I have made as a student. I have made some significant changes to my life so that I can finish something that is important to me. I have the motivation, as well as the capacity to succeed in the above courses, and it is my hope that this plan will inspire that same confidence on the part of the University as well. Thank you for your consideration.
I have eliminated another distraction from my studies by taking a leave of absence: travel. This term I have arranged permanent accommodation for myself where I will be able to quietly study. The interruptions from having poor working conditions, or an unreliable internet connection have been eliminated until my studies are complete. Having a regular, reliable schedule will be a big improvement for my academics, and this stability will make a difference to the quality and timeliness of the work I submit.
In addition to this, I plan on spending more time with the supplementary sources of each course. My biggest liability in the semesters past was not being incapable of completing the work; instead it was not being confident in the finished product that I had written. The concern that I had missed something caused me to delay submission until it was too late. I believe this was primarily the result of not being confident enough in my own knowledge. Having reflected on this, it is something I can be more aware of moving forward.
With respect to financial stability, physical and mental health, I am fortunate to be well-off in each category. However, I will remain cognizant of my desire to 'perfect' my submissions. I'm currently reading a book called Overcoming Perfectionism: Finding the Key to Balance by Ann Smith. It's a pretty light read, but I've found some catharsis in it.
I'm confident that this set of situational and strategic changes in my study plan will allow me to succeed this semester, and to set right some of the mistakes that I have made as a student. I have made some significant changes to my life so that I can finish something that is important to me. I have the motivation, as well as the capacity to succeed in the above courses, and it is my hope that this plan will inspire that same confidence on the part of the University as well. Thank you for your consideration.