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Petition Type: New
ID: 13518
Submitted: September 9, 2025 at 2:32:41 PM
First Name: Ella
Last Name: Pustil
Pronoun: She/Her
Preferred Name: Ella
Student Number: 20397934
Email: 22brx2@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BAH
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: Office of the Associate Dean (Academic)
Queen’s University
September 9th, 2025
Dear Dr. Naaman,
I hope this message finds you well. My name is Ella Pustil, and I am a third-year student in Health Studies at Queen’s. I am requesting an exemption from the 6.0-unit limit for study abroad programs to pursue my upcoming exchange at ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon.
This exchange provides a rare opportunity to broaden my studies and engage with meaningful cultural and educational experiences overseas. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to pursue courses at ISCTE that align with my major while also expanding my knowledge across interdisciplinary subjects. These courses will enrich my academic experience by offering broader perspectives on fields of study, professional practice, and global challenges. The specific courses I intend to take include:
1. Brand Expression and Identity
2. Emotions in Social and Cultural Relations
3. Major Events and Event Management
4. Europe and the World After 1945
5. Groups and Inter-Group Relations
While I fully acknowledge the rationale behind the 6.0-unit limit, I am concerned that adhering to this maximum would restrict my capacity to maximize the academic opportunities available to me during this exchange and potentially delay my degree progression at Queen’s. In carefully considering the available options, I have chosen these courses for their diversity and their potential to contribute meaningfully to my academic development, both within my major and beyond. By pursuing a 15.0-unit course load, I will not only maintain steady progress toward my degree but also cultivate broader knowledge and essential soft skills that are increasingly important in today’s globalized society.
By implementing this academic plan, I am confident in my ability to thrive during my exchange at ISCTE. I am certain that this experience will not only advance my academic growth but also enhance my professional development by broadening my perspectives and strengthening my skills. I sincerely appreciate your consideration of my request and look forward to the opportunity to make the most of this unique academic experience.
Best Regards,
Ella Pustil
Queen’s University
September 9th, 2025
Dear Dr. Naaman,
I hope this message finds you well. My name is Ella Pustil, and I am a third-year student in Health Studies at Queen’s. I am requesting an exemption from the 6.0-unit limit for study abroad programs to pursue my upcoming exchange at ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon.
This exchange provides a rare opportunity to broaden my studies and engage with meaningful cultural and educational experiences overseas. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to pursue courses at ISCTE that align with my major while also expanding my knowledge across interdisciplinary subjects. These courses will enrich my academic experience by offering broader perspectives on fields of study, professional practice, and global challenges. The specific courses I intend to take include:
1. Brand Expression and Identity
2. Emotions in Social and Cultural Relations
3. Major Events and Event Management
4. Europe and the World After 1945
5. Groups and Inter-Group Relations
While I fully acknowledge the rationale behind the 6.0-unit limit, I am concerned that adhering to this maximum would restrict my capacity to maximize the academic opportunities available to me during this exchange and potentially delay my degree progression at Queen’s. In carefully considering the available options, I have chosen these courses for their diversity and their potential to contribute meaningfully to my academic development, both within my major and beyond. By pursuing a 15.0-unit course load, I will not only maintain steady progress toward my degree but also cultivate broader knowledge and essential soft skills that are increasingly important in today’s globalized society.
By implementing this academic plan, I am confident in my ability to thrive during my exchange at ISCTE. I am certain that this experience will not only advance my academic growth but also enhance my professional development by broadening my perspectives and strengthening my skills. I sincerely appreciate your consideration of my request and look forward to the opportunity to make the most of this unique academic experience.
Best Regards,
Ella Pustil
Academic Plan
Academic Plan: Academic Goals:
My primary goals for this exchange term are to broaden my academic and personal development in meaningful ways. I aim to deepen my understanding of global issues by engaging with new perspectives, which will enable me to approach challenges within my major with a more diverse set of tools. I also hope to expand my learning beyond my primary field by exploring interdisciplinary subjects that will encourage a more holistic approach to health, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Finally, I am eager to strengthen my cultural fluency and competence, enhancing my ability to navigate and communicate effectively across diverse cultural contexts in today’s globalized society.
Plans for Achieving Academic Success:
To achieve academic success during my exchange, I will prioritize effective time management by balancing my course workload across the semester in a way that allows me to engage deeply with each subject without becoming overextended. I plan to schedule regular check-ins with academic advisors at Queen’s and faculty at ISCTE to monitor my progress and ensure I am meeting expectations. As I have done at Queen’s, I will follow a structured weekly study schedule that dedicates specific blocks of time to coursework, assignments, and independent study, keeping me on track with all responsibilities. Equally important, I will maintain my personal well-being by staying connected with family and friends and making use of both Queen’s and ISCTE resources to manage stress and sustain a healthy balance between academic and personal life.
Academic Resources:
I plan to make full use of the academic resources available at ISCT, including its library and online databases, which will provide access to materials and perspectives different from those I have relied on at Queen’s. To further enrich my academic experience and cultural integration, I will also take advantage of ISCTE’s language support services to strengthen my Portuguese proficiency for both academic purposes and everyday communication.
My primary goals for this exchange term are to broaden my academic and personal development in meaningful ways. I aim to deepen my understanding of global issues by engaging with new perspectives, which will enable me to approach challenges within my major with a more diverse set of tools. I also hope to expand my learning beyond my primary field by exploring interdisciplinary subjects that will encourage a more holistic approach to health, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Finally, I am eager to strengthen my cultural fluency and competence, enhancing my ability to navigate and communicate effectively across diverse cultural contexts in today’s globalized society.
Plans for Achieving Academic Success:
To achieve academic success during my exchange, I will prioritize effective time management by balancing my course workload across the semester in a way that allows me to engage deeply with each subject without becoming overextended. I plan to schedule regular check-ins with academic advisors at Queen’s and faculty at ISCTE to monitor my progress and ensure I am meeting expectations. As I have done at Queen’s, I will follow a structured weekly study schedule that dedicates specific blocks of time to coursework, assignments, and independent study, keeping me on track with all responsibilities. Equally important, I will maintain my personal well-being by staying connected with family and friends and making use of both Queen’s and ISCTE resources to manage stress and sustain a healthy balance between academic and personal life.
Academic Resources:
I plan to make full use of the academic resources available at ISCT, including its library and online databases, which will provide access to materials and perspectives different from those I have relied on at Queen’s. To further enrich my academic experience and cultural integration, I will also take advantage of ISCTE’s language support services to strengthen my Portuguese proficiency for both academic purposes and everyday communication.
Documentation
Professional Letter Detail: NO DOC