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Petition Type: New
ID: 13536
Submitted: September 16, 2025 at 11:54:19 AM
First Name: Kathryn
Last Name: Banquier
Pronoun: She/Her
Preferred Name: Kate
Student Number: 20391980
Email: 22qpq4@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BScH
Plan: Biology
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: I am writing to respectfully request the opportunity to study abroad in Spain. I believe this experience will significantly enhance both my academic studies and my personal growth. Having grown up in the United States and now pursuing my education in Canada, I have been fortunate to gain diverse perspectives from two different cultures. By learning in two different areas I have gained so many diverse ways of teaching education, which for myself has helped improve my education as a student.
During my time abroad, I want to expand my studies by taking courses which focus on Spanish history, art, and culture. These courses go into the history of Spain and the area around me, which would only be acceptable and worth taking while immersed in the culture. These courses are a part of my electives in my major and will not cause me to be behind in my academic progress. I have even reached out to two advisors, one being in ArtSci and the other being undergraduate head of Biology, and they both have told me that I am on track.
To add, this experience will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to have the ability to live in Spain with other citizens of the area. I plan to live with other students who have gone to the school, which will help me with the area and truly learn what it is like to go to university there.
Overall, learning in this environment will deepen my appreciation for cultural diversity and strengthen my knowledge of the world. This experience will provide me with a well-rounded understanding that I can carry into my future career and personal life.
Thank you very much for considering my petition. I am truly excited about the possibility of studying in Spain and am confident that it will be an invaluable part of my academic journey.
During my time abroad, I want to expand my studies by taking courses which focus on Spanish history, art, and culture. These courses go into the history of Spain and the area around me, which would only be acceptable and worth taking while immersed in the culture. These courses are a part of my electives in my major and will not cause me to be behind in my academic progress. I have even reached out to two advisors, one being in ArtSci and the other being undergraduate head of Biology, and they both have told me that I am on track.
To add, this experience will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to have the ability to live in Spain with other citizens of the area. I plan to live with other students who have gone to the school, which will help me with the area and truly learn what it is like to go to university there.
Overall, learning in this environment will deepen my appreciation for cultural diversity and strengthen my knowledge of the world. This experience will provide me with a well-rounded understanding that I can carry into my future career and personal life.
Thank you very much for considering my petition. I am truly excited about the possibility of studying in Spain and am confident that it will be an invaluable part of my academic journey.
Academic Plan
Academic Plan: To ensure my continued academic success while studying abroad, I have already consulted with both my Arts and Science advisor and the Undergraduate Head of Biology. Together, we have outlined the courses I need to complete in my fourth year and confirmed that my study abroad electives will not place me behind in my degree progress.
In addition, I plan to enroll in summer courses to stay on track and lighten my course load during the regular academic year. This will allow me to dedicate more focus and preparation to my upper-year requirements. I am fully committed to completing the remaining courses in my fourth year and to perform strongly in them. I have already reviewed each available syllabus online to gain a clear understanding of the course expectations, ensuring that completing my semester abroad will not place me at a disadvantage going into fourth year.”
Through this careful planning, I have ensured that studying abroad will continue with my academic goals and progress. With the guidance of my advisors, I am confident in my ability to manage my academic responsibilities and succeed in both my time abroad and my future studies.
In addition, I plan to enroll in summer courses to stay on track and lighten my course load during the regular academic year. This will allow me to dedicate more focus and preparation to my upper-year requirements. I am fully committed to completing the remaining courses in my fourth year and to perform strongly in them. I have already reviewed each available syllabus online to gain a clear understanding of the course expectations, ensuring that completing my semester abroad will not place me at a disadvantage going into fourth year.”
Through this careful planning, I have ensured that studying abroad will continue with my academic goals and progress. With the guidance of my advisors, I am confident in my ability to manage my academic responsibilities and succeed in both my time abroad and my future studies.
Documentation
Professional Letter Detail: NO DOC
Documentation Detail: I have sent my syllabus's through to the ILOP advisors for my course.