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Petition Type: New
ID: 14029
Submitted: February 12, 2026 at 5:38:06 AM
First Name: Julia
Last Name: Wang
Pronoun: she/her
Student Number: 20368412
Email: 22jmw1@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BAH
Plan: PSYC
Level of Study: 4
Petition Categories
Petition Categories: Request an extension of an incomplete grade
Code: PSYC 338
Term: Fall
Year: 2025
Petition Category: Request an extension of an incomplete grade
Instructor's Name: Dr. Christopher Bowie
Petition Letter
Petition Letter: Dear Associate Dean (Academic),
I am writing to request an Incomplete (IN) for PSYC 338 in Fall 2025 due to extenuating circumstances beyond my control that have directly affected my academic performance and prevented me from completing one remaining course requirement by the deadline. While I am extremely grateful for the generosity of the instructor for the extensions I have already received, I am still facing barriers in handing this in today.
For approximately the past three years, I have experienced ongoing depression and anxiety symptoms. While I have worked to manage these challenges over time, my functioning has significantly worsened recently, and I am currently experiencing a period of severe burnout. This has had a direct impact on my ability to sustain concentration, organize tasks, and complete longer written work within deadlines.
The situation has become especially difficult because my family has also been affected by a serious illness, which has added significant emotional strain and reduced my capacity to complete work efficiently despite continued effort.
My colleague also passed and I have been experiencing grief for the past 2 weeks that prevented me from submitting this petition sooner.
Given these circumstances, I made efforts to remain engaged in PSYC 338 throughout the term. I attended almost all classes and completed all discussion questions and other assignments except for 2 remaining assignments.
I have taken active steps to address these challenges and support my academic functioning. I have been using supports through QSAS and Student Wellness Services.
I have tried my best to practice mindfulness consistently and consulted with a physician. These steps have helped me maintain attendance and complete exams, but my current burnout and family situation have made it difficult to finish the remaining written requirement on time.
In addition, I have been maintaining three part-time student jobs to meet essential expenses, which limits my flexibility during periods of worsened symptoms. I reduced shifts where possible and used available supports, but the combined impact of my health challenges and my family member’s illness significantly reduced my capacity for sustained written work.
I have attached a letter regarding recommendation for either an incomplete or an AG standing from a mental health professionalx
I am requesting an Incomplete (IN) so I can complete and submit the remaining PSYC 338 assignments while continuing my winter course load. I am committed to finishing the outstanding work and propose a realistic completion plan as soon as possible. I am prepared to coordinate with Dr. Bowie to confirm expectations and the final deadline for submission.
Thank you for your time and consideration of my request.
Julia
I am writing to request an Incomplete (IN) for PSYC 338 in Fall 2025 due to extenuating circumstances beyond my control that have directly affected my academic performance and prevented me from completing one remaining course requirement by the deadline. While I am extremely grateful for the generosity of the instructor for the extensions I have already received, I am still facing barriers in handing this in today.
For approximately the past three years, I have experienced ongoing depression and anxiety symptoms. While I have worked to manage these challenges over time, my functioning has significantly worsened recently, and I am currently experiencing a period of severe burnout. This has had a direct impact on my ability to sustain concentration, organize tasks, and complete longer written work within deadlines.
The situation has become especially difficult because my family has also been affected by a serious illness, which has added significant emotional strain and reduced my capacity to complete work efficiently despite continued effort.
My colleague also passed and I have been experiencing grief for the past 2 weeks that prevented me from submitting this petition sooner.
Given these circumstances, I made efforts to remain engaged in PSYC 338 throughout the term. I attended almost all classes and completed all discussion questions and other assignments except for 2 remaining assignments.
I have taken active steps to address these challenges and support my academic functioning. I have been using supports through QSAS and Student Wellness Services.
I have tried my best to practice mindfulness consistently and consulted with a physician. These steps have helped me maintain attendance and complete exams, but my current burnout and family situation have made it difficult to finish the remaining written requirement on time.
In addition, I have been maintaining three part-time student jobs to meet essential expenses, which limits my flexibility during periods of worsened symptoms. I reduced shifts where possible and used available supports, but the combined impact of my health challenges and my family member’s illness significantly reduced my capacity for sustained written work.
I have attached a letter regarding recommendation for either an incomplete or an AG standing from a mental health professionalx
I am requesting an Incomplete (IN) so I can complete and submit the remaining PSYC 338 assignments while continuing my winter course load. I am committed to finishing the outstanding work and propose a realistic completion plan as soon as possible. I am prepared to coordinate with Dr. Bowie to confirm expectations and the final deadline for submission.
Thank you for your time and consideration of my request.
Julia
Documentation
Professional Letter: Supporting Documentation from SWS-0.pdf