Academic Plan
In the last two months, I have been able to overcome my anxiety with the help of my medication and psychology strategies. I was able to complete all the assignments I had in my winter 2020 courses, stay on top of my school work and my willingness and excitement to learn returned. Taking on the final six weeks of my winter semester courses allowed me to prove to myself that I am capable of my goals and that I will never underestimate myself or the importance of my well being again. I have reached out to QSAS and am in the process of submitting a disability and accessibility form to have extra supports in place at Queens University. I am in close contact with my doctor and psychologist and will continue regular meetings once it is safe to do so (Covid-19). I have chosen to take courses in the field of environment life sciences to continue my passion and knowledge of biology, chemistry and the interactions they have on the surrounding world. I am currently enrolled in Organic Chemistry 281 and Physics 118 online in attempt to earn credits to graduate sooner. Along with the removal of my failed grades, I am worried about the possibility of maybe not returning to Queens in the fall of 2020 due to my current academic standing which is the reason for my submission of an appeal. I feel that I have taken all the right steps for academic success, see a clear future in my academic progress and want the opportunity to reach my academic goals. In part of my dedication to my studies, I have chosen to change my living situation in Kingston to support a more balanced lifestyle. I look forward to the possibility of getting involved at Queens as my struggles limited my engagement within the school setting. This took away from my healthy university experience. I plan on continuing my medication to support my well being and leaving my current supports in place. Now that I can look at my past two years at Queens with a clear mind, I feel that they were essential to learn more about myself, my goals and how I want to conduct my life moving forward.