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Petition Type: New
ID: 11967
Submitted: June 3, 2024 at 2:01:55 PM
First Name: ZHuocheng
Last Name: Wei
Pronoun: He/Him
Preferred Name: William
Student Number: 20403546
Email: 22lx32@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BSH
Plan: LISC&BCHM
Level of Study: 1
Petition Categories
Petition Categories: Waive the requirement to withdraw for one year
Petition Letter
Petition Letter: Special circumstances
Because the situation was complicated, I needed to organize the experience into several stages to make it easier for you to understand.
Before going through the details, I will give a brief illustration of my family situation, which is the main cause of the following unexpected event. In my family, my grandfather has been a significant source of support, particularly during times when I struggled with negative emotions. Additionally, I have been in a relationship with my girlfriend for the past two years, and her love and trust have been a comforting presence in my life.
1.2023 Fall
Before 2023, the love from my grandfather and my girlfriend enabled me to manage negative emotions effectively and focus on my studies. However, things changed in October 2023. Because of a long-distance relationship, my girlfriend felt a lack of security and quarreled with me many times. I told her that because she was not staying with me I would give her more love. However, after every argument, she would ignore my feelings and make me slightly anxious about our relationship. Moreover, the first time going abroad and facing an unfamiliar environment is indeed a big challenge. Different cultures and languages make me feel uncomfortable. If it were just the unfamiliarity with the environment, it would be relatively easy to overcome. However, the quarrels with my girlfriend, along with the following issues, make me feel overwhelmed.
In October 2023, My grandfather was hospitalized due to lung cancer. He is my spiritual pillar and no one loves me as she does. He gave me incredible kindness and stayed with me for my whole life. When I realized that my grandfather was hospitalized with a series of conditions it disrupted my original study plan.
Since October, due to the impact of these issues, I have developed depression. I have found it increasingly difficult to concentrate on my studies and often feel down. I visited an online doctor about the depression triggered by these specific events in December, and the doctor gave me some reasonable suggestions.
2.2024
Winter
My grandfather was discharged from the hospital in December 2023, and his condition remained stable. I initially thought his health would gradually improve, but things still went beyond my expectations and control. In February 2024, my family told me that the the health condition of my grandfather was worse, and in the end of February, my grandfather was hospitalized again due to lung cancer with a series of conditions. The moment I received the news from my family that my grandfather was ill, I had a sense of foreboding. Things developed beyond my expectations. My grandfather passed away shortly after being hospitalized. I couldn't accept this fact because he was very important to my life and he was my spiritual support. Moreover, when I looked for support from my girlfriend, she did not respond again and I could not feel that she still loved me. I questioned her about how she considered our relationship. She finally stated that she could not accept a long-distance relationship for the remaining year because she felt always alone. Then she left me when I agreed and deleted me from WeChat and other ways that she could contact me. I was shocked and agreed with separation because if she did not love me, it was totally meaningless for the relationship. However, I felt extremely depressed after all the events. I use an expression to describe the feeling of depression: I sank into the dark ocean and could not breathe freely. To heal myself, I visited an online doctor in March and was diagnosed with moderate depression.
From last October to this April, due to these exceptional circumstances, it has been very difficult for me to accept and I have fallen into depression. I couldn't focus on my studies properly. The special events affected my studies for two semesters, making it difficult for me to study properly. In particular, for the course of chemistry, I informed my TA about my grandfather's passing on April 8th, and because of these events, I have not submitted a report since February. I have sent several emails continuously since April 8th, but the TA has not responded. Finally, I contacted the coordinator, and then the TA replied, saying that someone would inquire about my situation. However, to this day, no one has asked about my situation. Due to this lack of response, I eventually failed chemistry. If I had not failed chemistry, I would not be in this situation now. To prove the above statements, I will attach the medical certificate with the original version and the translated version.
Because the situation was complicated, I needed to organize the experience into several stages to make it easier for you to understand.
Before going through the details, I will give a brief illustration of my family situation, which is the main cause of the following unexpected event. In my family, my grandfather has been a significant source of support, particularly during times when I struggled with negative emotions. Additionally, I have been in a relationship with my girlfriend for the past two years, and her love and trust have been a comforting presence in my life.
1.2023 Fall
Before 2023, the love from my grandfather and my girlfriend enabled me to manage negative emotions effectively and focus on my studies. However, things changed in October 2023. Because of a long-distance relationship, my girlfriend felt a lack of security and quarreled with me many times. I told her that because she was not staying with me I would give her more love. However, after every argument, she would ignore my feelings and make me slightly anxious about our relationship. Moreover, the first time going abroad and facing an unfamiliar environment is indeed a big challenge. Different cultures and languages make me feel uncomfortable. If it were just the unfamiliarity with the environment, it would be relatively easy to overcome. However, the quarrels with my girlfriend, along with the following issues, make me feel overwhelmed.
In October 2023, My grandfather was hospitalized due to lung cancer. He is my spiritual pillar and no one loves me as she does. He gave me incredible kindness and stayed with me for my whole life. When I realized that my grandfather was hospitalized with a series of conditions it disrupted my original study plan.
Since October, due to the impact of these issues, I have developed depression. I have found it increasingly difficult to concentrate on my studies and often feel down. I visited an online doctor about the depression triggered by these specific events in December, and the doctor gave me some reasonable suggestions.
2.2024
Winter
My grandfather was discharged from the hospital in December 2023, and his condition remained stable. I initially thought his health would gradually improve, but things still went beyond my expectations and control. In February 2024, my family told me that the the health condition of my grandfather was worse, and in the end of February, my grandfather was hospitalized again due to lung cancer with a series of conditions. The moment I received the news from my family that my grandfather was ill, I had a sense of foreboding. Things developed beyond my expectations. My grandfather passed away shortly after being hospitalized. I couldn't accept this fact because he was very important to my life and he was my spiritual support. Moreover, when I looked for support from my girlfriend, she did not respond again and I could not feel that she still loved me. I questioned her about how she considered our relationship. She finally stated that she could not accept a long-distance relationship for the remaining year because she felt always alone. Then she left me when I agreed and deleted me from WeChat and other ways that she could contact me. I was shocked and agreed with separation because if she did not love me, it was totally meaningless for the relationship. However, I felt extremely depressed after all the events. I use an expression to describe the feeling of depression: I sank into the dark ocean and could not breathe freely. To heal myself, I visited an online doctor in March and was diagnosed with moderate depression.
From last October to this April, due to these exceptional circumstances, it has been very difficult for me to accept and I have fallen into depression. I couldn't focus on my studies properly. The special events affected my studies for two semesters, making it difficult for me to study properly. In particular, for the course of chemistry, I informed my TA about my grandfather's passing on April 8th, and because of these events, I have not submitted a report since February. I have sent several emails continuously since April 8th, but the TA has not responded. Finally, I contacted the coordinator, and then the TA replied, saying that someone would inquire about my situation. However, to this day, no one has asked about my situation. Due to this lack of response, I eventually failed chemistry. If I had not failed chemistry, I would not be in this situation now. To prove the above statements, I will attach the medical certificate with the original version and the translated version.
Academic Plan
Academic Plan: Future plan
Before coming to Canada, I was determined to study hard and not disappoint my family. However, due to the influence of special circumstances, I was unable to focus on my studies. Nevertheless, now that everything has unfolded and I cannot change past events, I can still decide and work hard for my future. Therefore, I will not give up on myself. Starting from the end of April, I made efforts to adjust my state and have seen some improvements.
My plan consists of three parts: psychological treatment, study plan, and others. The failure and low grades in the courses are caused by special events. Therefore, I need to have professional psychological treatment to help me. Firstly, I sought online psychological treatment in China and have been involved in some particular courses and accepted therapy from a psychologist. After one month of treatment, my mental state has improved. In addition, part-time, I read through some psychological books and practiced meditation for mind training. Recently, I took an online depression test, and the depression is gone. The below screenshot shows result of online depression test : the minimal depression. Therefore, with a stable mental state, I can focus on my studies and have a better performance.
Secondly, I enrolled in the summer session and have three particular courses, namely Ecology and the Environment, Disease in the 21st Century, and Principles of Psychology. I attend all classes on time and work hard for each course. For instance, in the Principles of Psychology, the theories I learned from the course can be applied to day-to-day life. I spend an extra three hours per day on extra reading and self-study. In addition to completing assignments, attending class, and meeting the basic requirements of the courses, I also dedicate over 20 hours per week to studying. Since May, I have been studying very hard. For the course that I failed, I will retake it the following semester. If I have any difficulties in my studies, I will try all ways, such as inquiring from professionals, attending study groups, or seeking support from Learning Commons to solve these difficulties. I believe that I will be able to have better performance in my studies in the future.
Additionally, to maintain my physical health, I also exercise regularly. Furthermore, I spend time with friends and attend parties and activities. I feel that my life has become much more fulfilling because of both my studies and various activities. As a full-time student, I will put all my effort into studying and making my life meaningful. For the other issues, my family provides financial support for me, and I do not need to worry too much about financial issues. My main motivation for studying is firstly to have a better future for myself. Secondly, it's about exploring the world scientifically. And finally, it's about giving back to my family for their support.
I clearly understand that studying hard is the most important thing for me at the moment. While focusing on my studies, I also realize the importance of balancing my physical and psychological health. I aim to make myself happy and lead a meaningful life alongside my academic pursuits. For my current studies, my short-term goal is to achieve better grades in my three current courses. My long-term goal is to attain a higher GPA to compensate for the regrets brought by the special circumstances. In addition, for future special events, because I have studied psychology and attended therapy, my ability to cope with stress has been improved to some extent. If unexpected situations arise, I will immediately seek solutions, such as addressing special events or finding methods to maintain my mental balance. I will continue with my psychological therapy to stabilize my physical and mental condition. Therefore, for the current stage, the impact of the special circumstances has been decreasing significantly.
Before coming to Canada, I was determined to study hard and not disappoint my family. However, due to the influence of special circumstances, I was unable to focus on my studies. Nevertheless, now that everything has unfolded and I cannot change past events, I can still decide and work hard for my future. Therefore, I will not give up on myself. Starting from the end of April, I made efforts to adjust my state and have seen some improvements.
My plan consists of three parts: psychological treatment, study plan, and others. The failure and low grades in the courses are caused by special events. Therefore, I need to have professional psychological treatment to help me. Firstly, I sought online psychological treatment in China and have been involved in some particular courses and accepted therapy from a psychologist. After one month of treatment, my mental state has improved. In addition, part-time, I read through some psychological books and practiced meditation for mind training. Recently, I took an online depression test, and the depression is gone. The below screenshot shows result of online depression test : the minimal depression. Therefore, with a stable mental state, I can focus on my studies and have a better performance.
Secondly, I enrolled in the summer session and have three particular courses, namely Ecology and the Environment, Disease in the 21st Century, and Principles of Psychology. I attend all classes on time and work hard for each course. For instance, in the Principles of Psychology, the theories I learned from the course can be applied to day-to-day life. I spend an extra three hours per day on extra reading and self-study. In addition to completing assignments, attending class, and meeting the basic requirements of the courses, I also dedicate over 20 hours per week to studying. Since May, I have been studying very hard. For the course that I failed, I will retake it the following semester. If I have any difficulties in my studies, I will try all ways, such as inquiring from professionals, attending study groups, or seeking support from Learning Commons to solve these difficulties. I believe that I will be able to have better performance in my studies in the future.
Additionally, to maintain my physical health, I also exercise regularly. Furthermore, I spend time with friends and attend parties and activities. I feel that my life has become much more fulfilling because of both my studies and various activities. As a full-time student, I will put all my effort into studying and making my life meaningful. For the other issues, my family provides financial support for me, and I do not need to worry too much about financial issues. My main motivation for studying is firstly to have a better future for myself. Secondly, it's about exploring the world scientifically. And finally, it's about giving back to my family for their support.
I clearly understand that studying hard is the most important thing for me at the moment. While focusing on my studies, I also realize the importance of balancing my physical and psychological health. I aim to make myself happy and lead a meaningful life alongside my academic pursuits. For my current studies, my short-term goal is to achieve better grades in my three current courses. My long-term goal is to attain a higher GPA to compensate for the regrets brought by the special circumstances. In addition, for future special events, because I have studied psychology and attended therapy, my ability to cope with stress has been improved to some extent. If unexpected situations arise, I will immediately seek solutions, such as addressing special events or finding methods to maintain my mental balance. I will continue with my psychological therapy to stabilize my physical and mental condition. Therefore, for the current stage, the impact of the special circumstances has been decreasing significantly.
Documentation
Professional Letter: Medical Certificate.pdf
Document: Personal statement.pdf
Document: Letter from school.pdf