Academic Plan
Objective:
To demonstrate my commitment to academic success, mental wellness, and personal accountability, with the goal of remaining enrolled at Queen’s University and completing my degree.
1. Course Load and Academic Strategy
Summer semesters: Enroll in (1–2) summer courses (pending approval) to begin making up lost credits in a manageable, focused setting.
Fall 2025 – Winter 2026:
Take a reduced course load (3–4 courses per term) to allow space for recovery, ongoing counselling, and academic improvement.
Prioritize core program requirements and electives where I can perform strongly.
Continue to regularly attend all lectures/tutorials, with a goal of no unexcused absences.
Reach out to academic sources, I know Queen’s offers so much, I would absolutely love the opportunity to ask for help if needed.
I began studying more in groups this year. I want to continue that, I enjoy and find it helpful teaching others and learning from different perspectives as well.
2. Mental Health and Wellness Commitments
Continue treatment for anxiety, medical follow-ups are in place and will be prepared throughout the school year
Maintain active participation in counselling through Queen’s Student Wellness Services (already initiated).
Avoid returning to a harmful home environment by remaining in Kingston, where I can maintain independence and mental safety.
Abstain from alcohol and drug use, as I have this past academic year, to protect my mental and academic focus.
3. Accountability and Support
Academic check in bi-weekly with an academic advisor to review progress and stay on track.
Continue using personal calendar and weekly to-do lists using platforms like Notion, my Google Calendar and my pocket-book agenda.
I want to seek out communication with professors and TAs to ask questions early and avoid falling behind. I’ve been advised to put in a lot of effort in this area by a few close and wiser friends who have been in a similar position to me.
4. Engagement and Community Stability
I support myself financially 100% alone, so finding a job this year that does not cross over with my academic responsibilities, finding a healthy balance for me.
Participate in low-commitment extracurriculars, taking a break from my volunteer work for a year. Join an academic club that align with my interests and promotes a structure
Research Queen’s Accessibility Services for potential academic accommodations due to mental health.
5. Long-Term Goals
Regain good academic standing by the end of Winter 2026.
Graduate on an adjusted timeline if necessary, without compromising health or academic integrity.
Continue therapy and personal development beyond university, using this time of difficulty as a turning point for lasting growth.
Final Note:
I am fully aware of the seriousness of this process and the trust I am asking you to place in me. This plan is not just about staying enrolled, it's about becoming the student and person I know I can be. I am deeply committed to seeing this through, and I will accept any oversight or conditions placed on me to prove that.
To demonstrate my commitment to academic success, mental wellness, and personal accountability, with the goal of remaining enrolled at Queen’s University and completing my degree.
1. Course Load and Academic Strategy
Summer semesters: Enroll in (1–2) summer courses (pending approval) to begin making up lost credits in a manageable, focused setting.
Fall 2025 – Winter 2026:
Take a reduced course load (3–4 courses per term) to allow space for recovery, ongoing counselling, and academic improvement.
Prioritize core program requirements and electives where I can perform strongly.
Continue to regularly attend all lectures/tutorials, with a goal of no unexcused absences.
Reach out to academic sources, I know Queen’s offers so much, I would absolutely love the opportunity to ask for help if needed.
I began studying more in groups this year. I want to continue that, I enjoy and find it helpful teaching others and learning from different perspectives as well.
2. Mental Health and Wellness Commitments
Continue treatment for anxiety, medical follow-ups are in place and will be prepared throughout the school year
Maintain active participation in counselling through Queen’s Student Wellness Services (already initiated).
Avoid returning to a harmful home environment by remaining in Kingston, where I can maintain independence and mental safety.
Abstain from alcohol and drug use, as I have this past academic year, to protect my mental and academic focus.
3. Accountability and Support
Academic check in bi-weekly with an academic advisor to review progress and stay on track.
Continue using personal calendar and weekly to-do lists using platforms like Notion, my Google Calendar and my pocket-book agenda.
I want to seek out communication with professors and TAs to ask questions early and avoid falling behind. I’ve been advised to put in a lot of effort in this area by a few close and wiser friends who have been in a similar position to me.
4. Engagement and Community Stability
I support myself financially 100% alone, so finding a job this year that does not cross over with my academic responsibilities, finding a healthy balance for me.
Participate in low-commitment extracurriculars, taking a break from my volunteer work for a year. Join an academic club that align with my interests and promotes a structure
Research Queen’s Accessibility Services for potential academic accommodations due to mental health.
5. Long-Term Goals
Regain good academic standing by the end of Winter 2026.
Graduate on an adjusted timeline if necessary, without compromising health or academic integrity.
Continue therapy and personal development beyond university, using this time of difficulty as a turning point for lasting growth.
Final Note:
I am fully aware of the seriousness of this process and the trust I am asking you to place in me. This plan is not just about staying enrolled, it's about becoming the student and person I know I can be. I am deeply committed to seeing this through, and I will accept any oversight or conditions placed on me to prove that.