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Petition Type: New
ID: 12225
Submitted: September 1, 2024 at 5:48:06 PM
First Name: Kaya
Last Name: Mincer
Pronoun: she/her
Preferred Name: Kaya
Student Number: 20356818
Email: 21kym1@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BAH/BEd
Plan: HLTH
Level of Study: 3
Petition Categories
Petition Categories: Request to take more than 6.0 units of courses on a letter of permission through another institution
Petition Letter
Petition Letter: Hello,
The purpose of this letter is to request permission to take a full course load while studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain during the winter 2025 semester. This is an incredible and unique learning opportunity for various reasons. As a Concurrent Education student aspiring to pursue a career in teaching, I am particularly eager to observe the European education system. Immersing myself in a Spanish university will provide firsthand experience and insights that cannot be replicated in a traditional classroom setting. It will also prepare me as a future teacher to effectively engage with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds, which is essential for fostering an inclusive and dynamic classroom environment. Additionally, I enjoy studying languages and took beginners Spanish in my first year at Queen’s University. This is an excellent opportunity to immerse myself in a Spanish speaking environment to further my Spanish language skill set.
Moreover, the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, where I intend to study, offers a variety of elective courses that are not available at Queen's University. This opportunity would allow me to take classes that I would otherwise not have access to, thereby broadening my academic horizons and enriching my educational experience.
Studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain will not only enhance my academic development but also contribute to my personal growth. Leaving home for an extended period will be a challenge, but I believe it will foster resilience and independence.
On a personal level, this study abroad holds significant importance to me. I am keen to explore other parts of the world and to directly immerse myself into other cultures. In addition, I have ancestors from Spain and this experience would enable me to connect with my roots and learn more about my family history and culture. This connection to my ancestry is something that cannot be fully appreciated through books or stories alone; it requires personal experience and direct interaction with my ancestral heritage.
Thank you for considering my request. I am confident that this opportunity will be a transformative experience that will greatly benefit my academic and personal development.
Sincerely,
Kaya Mincer
20356818
The purpose of this letter is to request permission to take a full course load while studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain during the winter 2025 semester. This is an incredible and unique learning opportunity for various reasons. As a Concurrent Education student aspiring to pursue a career in teaching, I am particularly eager to observe the European education system. Immersing myself in a Spanish university will provide firsthand experience and insights that cannot be replicated in a traditional classroom setting. It will also prepare me as a future teacher to effectively engage with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds, which is essential for fostering an inclusive and dynamic classroom environment. Additionally, I enjoy studying languages and took beginners Spanish in my first year at Queen’s University. This is an excellent opportunity to immerse myself in a Spanish speaking environment to further my Spanish language skill set.
Moreover, the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, where I intend to study, offers a variety of elective courses that are not available at Queen's University. This opportunity would allow me to take classes that I would otherwise not have access to, thereby broadening my academic horizons and enriching my educational experience.
Studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain will not only enhance my academic development but also contribute to my personal growth. Leaving home for an extended period will be a challenge, but I believe it will foster resilience and independence.
On a personal level, this study abroad holds significant importance to me. I am keen to explore other parts of the world and to directly immerse myself into other cultures. In addition, I have ancestors from Spain and this experience would enable me to connect with my roots and learn more about my family history and culture. This connection to my ancestry is something that cannot be fully appreciated through books or stories alone; it requires personal experience and direct interaction with my ancestral heritage.
Thank you for considering my request. I am confident that this opportunity will be a transformative experience that will greatly benefit my academic and personal development.
Sincerely,
Kaya Mincer
20356818
Academic Plan
Academic Plan: I would like to take a full course load, which is 5 courses (15.00 units) while studying abroad in the winter semester of 2025. I am entering my 3rd year in the Concurrent Education program with a major in Health Studies. I am a dedicated and hardworking student with strong grades.
I spoke with Vanessa McCourt, the Academic Advisor and Program Coordinator of the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies, to ensure my academic plan is suitable. This fall semester, I am enrolled in two core courses, HLTH 315 and HLTH 323, along with HLTH 332, which fulfills 3.00 of the 6.00 units required from 300-level option courses. I’m also taking HLTH 334, which satisfies a requirement for either HLTH 333 or HLTH 334. Vanessa confirmed that I am missing one core course, HLTH 305, and a 3.00 unit 300-level option course, both of which I am able to take in 4th year. In 4th year, I also plan to take HLTH 416, and 6.00 units of 400-level options courses. Vanessa assured me that if I study abroad in the winter semester of 2025, I will still be able to satisfy all my degree requirements. During my study abroad, I plan to take electives, which Vanessa confirmed would not pose any issues.
In addition, I emailed Holly Platz, my concurrent education academic advisor. Holly confirmed that if I study abroad in 3rd year, I will be automatically enrolled in my education courses, PROF 310 and PRAC 31X, in 4th year.
I am confident that studying abroad will only enhance and contribute to my academic growth.
Sincerely,
Kaya Mincer
20356818
I spoke with Vanessa McCourt, the Academic Advisor and Program Coordinator of the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies, to ensure my academic plan is suitable. This fall semester, I am enrolled in two core courses, HLTH 315 and HLTH 323, along with HLTH 332, which fulfills 3.00 of the 6.00 units required from 300-level option courses. I’m also taking HLTH 334, which satisfies a requirement for either HLTH 333 or HLTH 334. Vanessa confirmed that I am missing one core course, HLTH 305, and a 3.00 unit 300-level option course, both of which I am able to take in 4th year. In 4th year, I also plan to take HLTH 416, and 6.00 units of 400-level options courses. Vanessa assured me that if I study abroad in the winter semester of 2025, I will still be able to satisfy all my degree requirements. During my study abroad, I plan to take electives, which Vanessa confirmed would not pose any issues.
In addition, I emailed Holly Platz, my concurrent education academic advisor. Holly confirmed that if I study abroad in 3rd year, I will be automatically enrolled in my education courses, PROF 310 and PRAC 31X, in 4th year.
I am confident that studying abroad will only enhance and contribute to my academic growth.
Sincerely,
Kaya Mincer
20356818
Documentation
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