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Petition Type: New
ID: 13965
Submitted: January 23, 2026 at 5:24:33 PM
First Name: Le
Last Name: Seguin
Pronoun: He/Him
Student Number: 20471612
Email: 23sfj1@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BA
Plan: FILM
Level of Study: 2
Petition Categories
Petition Categories: Add a course after the academic deadline
Code: FILM 240
Term: Winter
Year: 2026
Petition Category: Add a course after the academic deadline
Instructor's Name: Philippe Gauthier
Section/Class Number: 3510
Province / Region: Eastern Ontario
Exam Centre: Kingston
Petition Letter
Petition Letter: Leo Seguin
Student ID:20471612
Program/Plan: BA, Faculty of Arts and Science, Major in Film.
Email: 23sfj1@queensu.ca
Date: January 23, 2026
Dear Members of the Petitions Committee and Associate Dean,
I am writing to request approval to add FILM 240 for the Winter 2026 term after the course-add deadline. I missed the deadline due to extenuating mental health circumstances beyond my control that significantly impaired my ability to manage basic academic responsibilities, including registration and course planning.
Beginning around midterm last semester, I experienced a severe depressive episode that caused a marked decline in my functioning. During this period, I struggled with concentration, motivation, sleep, and day-to-day tasks. This forced me to defer my exams in order to get help. The mental health decline has only worsened into this semester, the impact of which was immediate and serious: I became unable to keep up with my academic workload and, in a state of distress, I dropped most of my courses because I did not feel capable of continuing. In the same timeframe, I also missed important administrative tasks, including monitoring deadlines, completing the steps required to add courses, and communicating effectively with academic supports.
These circumstances directly explain why I did not add FILM 240 on time. My symptoms affected my ability to make decisions, complete routine online tasks, and follow through on planning. This was not a matter of poor organization or lack of effort; it was a period where my mental health substantially disrupted my judgment and capacity to function academically.
Since then, I have taken steps to address the situation. I have met with and scheduled appointments with health-care professionals and counsellors and begun working on a plan to manage my mental health and academic responsibilities moving forward. I am also connecting with Student Wellness Services and academic advising to ensure I have appropriate supports. My supporting documentation outlines the nature and timing of the circumstances and confirms that they had a direct impact on my academic functioning.
I am requesting to add FILM 240 because it is important for maintaining an appropriate course load and continuing progress toward my degree, and it is a manageable course choice for me at this time while I continue treatment.
If the petition is granted, I will immediately contact the instructor and the department to confirm that I can successfully integrate into the course at this point in the term and complete any required work. I understand that adding late is an exception, and I am prepared to take responsibility for catching up quickly and meeting all remaining deadlines.
Thank you for considering my petition and the documentation provided. This request is directly linked to a temporary but serious mental health disruption that affected my academic performance and ability to meet deadlines. I am committed to continuing my studies with the proper supports in place, and I would greatly appreciate approval to add FILM 240 for Winter 2026.
Sincerely,
Leo Seguin
Student ID: 20471612
Student ID:20471612
Program/Plan: BA, Faculty of Arts and Science, Major in Film.
Email: 23sfj1@queensu.ca
Date: January 23, 2026
Dear Members of the Petitions Committee and Associate Dean,
I am writing to request approval to add FILM 240 for the Winter 2026 term after the course-add deadline. I missed the deadline due to extenuating mental health circumstances beyond my control that significantly impaired my ability to manage basic academic responsibilities, including registration and course planning.
Beginning around midterm last semester, I experienced a severe depressive episode that caused a marked decline in my functioning. During this period, I struggled with concentration, motivation, sleep, and day-to-day tasks. This forced me to defer my exams in order to get help. The mental health decline has only worsened into this semester, the impact of which was immediate and serious: I became unable to keep up with my academic workload and, in a state of distress, I dropped most of my courses because I did not feel capable of continuing. In the same timeframe, I also missed important administrative tasks, including monitoring deadlines, completing the steps required to add courses, and communicating effectively with academic supports.
These circumstances directly explain why I did not add FILM 240 on time. My symptoms affected my ability to make decisions, complete routine online tasks, and follow through on planning. This was not a matter of poor organization or lack of effort; it was a period where my mental health substantially disrupted my judgment and capacity to function academically.
Since then, I have taken steps to address the situation. I have met with and scheduled appointments with health-care professionals and counsellors and begun working on a plan to manage my mental health and academic responsibilities moving forward. I am also connecting with Student Wellness Services and academic advising to ensure I have appropriate supports. My supporting documentation outlines the nature and timing of the circumstances and confirms that they had a direct impact on my academic functioning.
I am requesting to add FILM 240 because it is important for maintaining an appropriate course load and continuing progress toward my degree, and it is a manageable course choice for me at this time while I continue treatment.
If the petition is granted, I will immediately contact the instructor and the department to confirm that I can successfully integrate into the course at this point in the term and complete any required work. I understand that adding late is an exception, and I am prepared to take responsibility for catching up quickly and meeting all remaining deadlines.
Thank you for considering my petition and the documentation provided. This request is directly linked to a temporary but serious mental health disruption that affected my academic performance and ability to meet deadlines. I am committed to continuing my studies with the proper supports in place, and I would greatly appreciate approval to add FILM 240 for Winter 2026.
Sincerely,
Leo Seguin
Student ID: 20471612
Academic Plan
Academic Plan: If my petition to add FILM 240 is granted, I will follow an academic and wellness plan that is intentionally structured to support consistent performance while I continue addressing my mental health.
For the Winter 2026 term, I will maintain a reduced and realistic course load rather than attempting a full load, so that I can focus on steady progress and avoid becoming overwhelmed. I will prioritize FILM 240 as part of that manageable schedule because it aligns with my academic goals and is a course I can commit to engaging with consistently each week. If I am permitted to add FILM 240 late, I will contact the instructor immediately to confirm course expectations and create a catch-up schedule to address any missed content within the first week to ten days, including readings, lectures, and any early assignments.
Alongside this academic plan, I will continue receiving regular mental health support through appropriate services such as Student Wellness Services and/or an external health-care provider, and I will follow the treatment plan recommended by my provider. If my symptoms intensify, I will take action early rather than withdrawing from my responsibilities, including reaching out to mental health supports and academic advising as soon as I notice a significant decline. The goal is to address difficulties before they escalate into missed deadlines or disruptions to my term.
This Plan Will Work as it is designed to reduce academic pressure while adding stability and support. By keeping my course load within a manageable range and centering my schedule around FILM 240, I am setting expectations I can realistically meet even if symptoms fluctuate. At the same time, maintaining ongoing treatment and seeking help early creates a safeguard against the kind of crisis-driven decision-making that affected my academics previously. Together, these steps give me the best chance to remain engaged, meet deadlines, and continue making progress toward my degree.
For the Winter 2026 term, I will maintain a reduced and realistic course load rather than attempting a full load, so that I can focus on steady progress and avoid becoming overwhelmed. I will prioritize FILM 240 as part of that manageable schedule because it aligns with my academic goals and is a course I can commit to engaging with consistently each week. If I am permitted to add FILM 240 late, I will contact the instructor immediately to confirm course expectations and create a catch-up schedule to address any missed content within the first week to ten days, including readings, lectures, and any early assignments.
Alongside this academic plan, I will continue receiving regular mental health support through appropriate services such as Student Wellness Services and/or an external health-care provider, and I will follow the treatment plan recommended by my provider. If my symptoms intensify, I will take action early rather than withdrawing from my responsibilities, including reaching out to mental health supports and academic advising as soon as I notice a significant decline. The goal is to address difficulties before they escalate into missed deadlines or disruptions to my term.
This Plan Will Work as it is designed to reduce academic pressure while adding stability and support. By keeping my course load within a manageable range and centering my schedule around FILM 240, I am setting expectations I can realistically meet even if symptoms fluctuate. At the same time, maintaining ongoing treatment and seeking help early creates a safeguard against the kind of crisis-driven decision-making that affected my academics previously. Together, these steps give me the best chance to remain engaged, meet deadlines, and continue making progress toward my degree.
Documentation
Professional Letter: Leo Seguin - Accommodations - VEC-1.pdf
Documentation Detail: I ca include permission fromthe professor afterwaords as I may not be able to get the response back in time for the deadline
History
Originally submitted January 23, 2026 at 5:24:33 PM.
| Field | Reference | Old Value | New Value | Note | User | Date/Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| status | N/A | Received | Withdrawn | Kerri Andrews | 2026-01-26 8:26:31 AM |