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Petition Type: New
ID: 5887
Submitted: June 10, 2019 at 7:54:08 PM
First Name: Ronik
Last Name: Jagpal
Student Number: 20068122
Email: 17rsj@queensu.ca
Degree Program: BAH
Plan: ECON
Level of Study: 1
Petition Categories
Petition Categories: Waive the requirement to withdraw for one year
Petition Letter
Petition Letter: June 9, 2019
Dear Dr. Jenn Stephenson,
I am appealing the Faculty's decision that I must withdraw from Queen's for one year from the Faculty of Arts and Science effective May 21, 2019.
Extenuating circumstances effected my academic performance. I have been diagnosed with Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD), which has impacted my education since elementary school. I used a variety of strategies to manage my condition when I was in elementary and high school but when I got to university these strategies did not seem to be enough. My concentration was greatly affected during lectures and study time which made learning the content difficult. After the first month of classes it become more and more difficult to keep up. The stress of this snowballed into anxiety, which was something new to me. The anxiety sometimes lead to sleeplessness, poor nutrition, stomach aches and missed classes. As a result, I was not able to give full attention to all of my assignments and when it came to exams my anxiety was elevated resulting in lower test scores. This cycle continued throughout the year and I did not understand, acknowledge or seek help for my situation.
At the end of the semester I shared what I was going thorough with my family and my doctor and have taken time to self-reflect. I now know what was causing my situation and that I need to get outside help to learn more strategies that will help me with both my CAPD and anxiety caused by it. My doctor has provided me with information that has helped me make a list of strategies I can use to manage my condition. These include: sitting in front of all classes to eliminate background noise and optimize concentration, recording lectures that are not already available online, speaking to the instructor at the beginning of each semester to make them aware of my condition and request accommodations such as access to their note prior to classes and longer time for tests. When it comes to personal study time I will make sure I am in a quiet place that is free of distraction. I have also made an appointment to see a counsellor to discuss what I have experiencing this past year. On campus, I will access help from academic advisors, peer support, and counsellors. I will also reduce my academic work load by taking three courses, majoring in Economics. I recognized that the Faculty of Science is not the best fit for me and Economics is my field of interest which is why I have already switched to this department. I will also get help from a tutor when needed. Now that my family is aware of my struggles they will support me through frequent phone and skype calls where I can openly discuss my challenges and progress with them.
Realizing how things have compounded to the state I currently find myself in, researching and being advised on useful strategies, creating a manageable academic plan, having an ongoing support team, and knowing that I no longer have to keep my struggles to myself are all reasons why I am confident that I will have a successful semester in the Fall of 2019 should I be permitted to return. I look forward to hearing from you in the hopes of a favourable response.
Yours sincerely,
Ronik Jagpal
Student Number: 20068122
Dear Dr. Jenn Stephenson,
I am appealing the Faculty's decision that I must withdraw from Queen's for one year from the Faculty of Arts and Science effective May 21, 2019.
Extenuating circumstances effected my academic performance. I have been diagnosed with Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD), which has impacted my education since elementary school. I used a variety of strategies to manage my condition when I was in elementary and high school but when I got to university these strategies did not seem to be enough. My concentration was greatly affected during lectures and study time which made learning the content difficult. After the first month of classes it become more and more difficult to keep up. The stress of this snowballed into anxiety, which was something new to me. The anxiety sometimes lead to sleeplessness, poor nutrition, stomach aches and missed classes. As a result, I was not able to give full attention to all of my assignments and when it came to exams my anxiety was elevated resulting in lower test scores. This cycle continued throughout the year and I did not understand, acknowledge or seek help for my situation.
At the end of the semester I shared what I was going thorough with my family and my doctor and have taken time to self-reflect. I now know what was causing my situation and that I need to get outside help to learn more strategies that will help me with both my CAPD and anxiety caused by it. My doctor has provided me with information that has helped me make a list of strategies I can use to manage my condition. These include: sitting in front of all classes to eliminate background noise and optimize concentration, recording lectures that are not already available online, speaking to the instructor at the beginning of each semester to make them aware of my condition and request accommodations such as access to their note prior to classes and longer time for tests. When it comes to personal study time I will make sure I am in a quiet place that is free of distraction. I have also made an appointment to see a counsellor to discuss what I have experiencing this past year. On campus, I will access help from academic advisors, peer support, and counsellors. I will also reduce my academic work load by taking three courses, majoring in Economics. I recognized that the Faculty of Science is not the best fit for me and Economics is my field of interest which is why I have already switched to this department. I will also get help from a tutor when needed. Now that my family is aware of my struggles they will support me through frequent phone and skype calls where I can openly discuss my challenges and progress with them.
Realizing how things have compounded to the state I currently find myself in, researching and being advised on useful strategies, creating a manageable academic plan, having an ongoing support team, and knowing that I no longer have to keep my struggles to myself are all reasons why I am confident that I will have a successful semester in the Fall of 2019 should I be permitted to return. I look forward to hearing from you in the hopes of a favourable response.
Yours sincerely,
Ronik Jagpal
Student Number: 20068122
Academic Plan
Academic Plan: Academic Plan - Ronik Jagpal
Through consultation with professionals, family and self-reflection I have been able to assess and identify why I struggled this past academic year. I believe that following the Academic Plan described below will allow me to realistically monitor my progress so that I can achieve my academic goals next semester.
Course of Study
One of the first things I have done is assess the plan that I was pursuing and realized that it was not best suited to my strengths and interests. Consequently, I submitted an application to change into an Economics Degree Plan. This application was approved and the courses I intend to register in will fall within this program. For the first semester, I would like to register in ECON 212, ECON 241 and Math 121. I would be re-taking Math 121. After consulting with advisors, this may change based on the guidance I receive. Courses selected for the following semesters will also be dependant on advice as well as my area of interest and strengths - although the focus will remain on Economics.
Full Time versus Part Time Status
I am now aware that attending as a full time student this past year was contributory to my results. I would like to lighten my course load and register for three courses per semester. This is part of my strategy for success because I can then focus more on less.
Strategies for Success
In grade school, I was diagnosed with Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) and my teachers supported me in using a variety of strategies to manage. Because I did well in elementary and high school, I did not think that this disorder affected me much in any way. When I got to university, things became difficult and the few strategies I had did not seem to be enough. I also realize that I downplayed the affect this disorder had on my learning. My concentration was greatly affected and the pace sometimes got overwhelming. School became very challenging which lead to stress and anxiety. This made keeping up even more problematic. I now know that I need to get outside help to learn more strategies that will help me with both my CAPD and anxiety caused by it. My doctor has provided me with information that has helped me make a list of strategies I can use to manage my condition. I have made or will make appointments with a counsellor, peer support, and an academic advisor. I will also get help from a tutor when needed. Lastly, I plan to visit the Regional Assessment and Resource Centre to discuss whether retesting is necessary and an option. A full list of resources that I have marshaled in support of my proposed return to studies will be uploaded in supporting documents. I have also composed a chart of strategies that will help guide me and allow me to check my progress. This outline is provided below:
Strategies for Success
CAPD Strategies:
- Front of class seating for lectures in order to reduce background noises;
- Make arrangements with professor to provide class materials/overheads prior to lecture;
- Record class lessons in order review material;
- When applicalbe, use earplugs/noise canceling headphone in order to tune out distractions (e.g. humming of lights);
- Self-advocacy;
Anxiety Reducing Strategies:
- Meet with QSAS in order to discuss possible Accommodations
Extended time for tests/assignments
Preferential seating
Access to pre-teaching materials and visual support documents
- Use Student Welness Centre and other campus resources like Student Academic Success Services
- Sessions with counsellor as needed
- Family support system
- Recognize when symptoms are present and take necessary steps to address
Academic Preparation:
- Lighter course load
- Change academic plan to a plan that is better suited to my interests and strengths
- Tutor(s) to help with classes
- Purchase meal plan - helps with self-care and frees up time to study
- Utilize university resources to assist with studying
Math Help Center
Peer Tutoring
Exam Bank
Through consultation with professionals, family and self-reflection I have been able to assess and identify why I struggled this past academic year. I believe that following the Academic Plan described below will allow me to realistically monitor my progress so that I can achieve my academic goals next semester.
Course of Study
One of the first things I have done is assess the plan that I was pursuing and realized that it was not best suited to my strengths and interests. Consequently, I submitted an application to change into an Economics Degree Plan. This application was approved and the courses I intend to register in will fall within this program. For the first semester, I would like to register in ECON 212, ECON 241 and Math 121. I would be re-taking Math 121. After consulting with advisors, this may change based on the guidance I receive. Courses selected for the following semesters will also be dependant on advice as well as my area of interest and strengths - although the focus will remain on Economics.
Full Time versus Part Time Status
I am now aware that attending as a full time student this past year was contributory to my results. I would like to lighten my course load and register for three courses per semester. This is part of my strategy for success because I can then focus more on less.
Strategies for Success
In grade school, I was diagnosed with Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) and my teachers supported me in using a variety of strategies to manage. Because I did well in elementary and high school, I did not think that this disorder affected me much in any way. When I got to university, things became difficult and the few strategies I had did not seem to be enough. I also realize that I downplayed the affect this disorder had on my learning. My concentration was greatly affected and the pace sometimes got overwhelming. School became very challenging which lead to stress and anxiety. This made keeping up even more problematic. I now know that I need to get outside help to learn more strategies that will help me with both my CAPD and anxiety caused by it. My doctor has provided me with information that has helped me make a list of strategies I can use to manage my condition. I have made or will make appointments with a counsellor, peer support, and an academic advisor. I will also get help from a tutor when needed. Lastly, I plan to visit the Regional Assessment and Resource Centre to discuss whether retesting is necessary and an option. A full list of resources that I have marshaled in support of my proposed return to studies will be uploaded in supporting documents. I have also composed a chart of strategies that will help guide me and allow me to check my progress. This outline is provided below:
Strategies for Success
CAPD Strategies:
- Front of class seating for lectures in order to reduce background noises;
- Make arrangements with professor to provide class materials/overheads prior to lecture;
- Record class lessons in order review material;
- When applicalbe, use earplugs/noise canceling headphone in order to tune out distractions (e.g. humming of lights);
- Self-advocacy;
Anxiety Reducing Strategies:
- Meet with QSAS in order to discuss possible Accommodations
Extended time for tests/assignments
Preferential seating
Access to pre-teaching materials and visual support documents
- Use Student Welness Centre and other campus resources like Student Academic Success Services
- Sessions with counsellor as needed
- Family support system
- Recognize when symptoms are present and take necessary steps to address
Academic Preparation:
- Lighter course load
- Change academic plan to a plan that is better suited to my interests and strengths
- Tutor(s) to help with classes
- Purchase meal plan - helps with self-care and frees up time to study
- Utilize university resources to assist with studying
Math Help Center
Peer Tutoring
Exam Bank
Documentation
Professional Letter Detail: Letter from Health Care Professional, CAPD Research ,
Decision Letters
Amendments to Appeal 5887
Relevant Petition: 5887
Student Number: 20068122
Documentation
Professional Letter: Supporting Documents Part 1-0.pdf
Relevant Petition: 5887
Student Number: 20068122
Documentation
Professional Letter: Supporting Documents Part 1-1.pdf
Document: Academic Plan.docx
Document: Supporting Documents.Part 2.pdf
Document: Supporting Documents Part 3.pdf
History
Originally submitted June 10, 2019 at 7:54:08 PM.
| Field | Reference | Old Value | New Value | Note | User | Date/Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| status | N/A | Received | Prepared for Review | Carrie Roosenmaalen | 2019-06-11 2:33:23 PM | |
| status | N/A | Prepared for Review | Incomplete | Spring Forsberg | 2019-06-13 9:04:31 AM | |
| status | N/A | Incomplete | In Review | Spring Forsberg | 2019-06-17 10:18:14 AM | |
| status | N/A | In Review | Granted | Spring Forsberg | 2019-06-24 12:16:44 PM | |
| associate_dean | N/A | Jenn Stephenson, Ph.D. | Spring Forsberg | 2019-06-24 12:16:44 PM | ||
| decision_letter | N/A | N/A | Decision letter sent | Spring Forsberg | 2019-06-24 12:17:30 PM |