I am writing to request a complete course withdrawal for courses taking Spring 2016. During Spring 2016 I encountered challenges that hindered my ability to perform at my best academic ability; I believe that the marks I had received were a result of my circumstances. I wish wholeheartedly that the turn of events that occurred this past year were different, but that is not possible and I feel it is necessary to explain myself and the reasoning behind my Insubstantial GPA. I admit, I had a very difficult time last semester, and my grades suffered as a result. I believe this is a unique occurrence and will not repeat itself, I hope my performance during this semester while handling the issues I encountered during Spring 2016 does not leave
…show more content…
I had begun to send out messages to my instructors informing them of my situation (e-mails attached) in hopes that I would be able to recover some of my grades, however at this point in the semester they were unable to offer much help (I can easily understand why they would be unable/unwilling to help me, a lot of students come nearing the end of the semester requesting to have their grade boosted for various reasons). Nearing the end of march my immediate uncle was admitted to the hospital after falling into a coma; he’d been in poor health for a while, he passed April 1, 2016. The death of my uncle hurt me deeply, I had been extremely close to him. Even though I had been taking the antidepressants for 3 weeks now I had not yet completely adjusted to the medication. My emotional states fluctuated frequently, I had gained the ability to take notice of my anxiety episodes at this point and manage them somewhat. I had closed myself off again from my friends to cope, they took notice but I …show more content…
I know I could’ve succeeded that semester if these events didn’t occur, I know now with a clear mind and after treatment I definitely would’ve succeeded. I truly believe this is a unique occurrence and is extremely unlikely to reoccur. I have taken the time to reflect on my discussions’ with my instructors’, students first advisor, and on all that had gone wrong during Spring 2016. The impact these grades will have on my academic career is significant, due to the obstacles I had encountered during the semester I believe they should be excluded. Using what I have learned I have taken measures to ensure that I succeed in the Fall of 2016; registering for tutors ahead of time, etc. I have planned regular appointments with my physician to track my progression/state while taken the medication. In order to create accountability on my part I have contacted all of my professors for Fall of 2016 ahead of time, informing them of my situation and asking for tips/advice to prepare for their course (see attached E-mails). By preparing and using on campus resources (SIP, TASP, etc.) I plan to succeed in the Fall of 2016 at UNCG and throughout the entirety of my college
I had begun to send out messages to my instructors informing them of my situation (e-mails attached) in hopes that I would be able to recover some of my grades, however at this point in the semester they were unable to offer much help (I can easily understand why they would be unable/unwilling to help me, a lot of students come nearing the end of the semester requesting to have their grade boosted for various reasons). Nearing the end of march my immediate uncle was admitted to the hospital after falling into a coma; he’d been in poor health for a while, he passed April 1, 2016. The death of my uncle hurt me deeply, I had been extremely close to him. Even though I had been taking the antidepressants for 3 weeks now I had not yet completely adjusted to the medication. My emotional states fluctuated frequently, I had gained the ability to take notice of my anxiety episodes at this point and manage them somewhat. I had closed myself off again from my friends to cope, they took notice but I …show more content…
I know I could’ve succeeded that semester if these events didn’t occur, I know now with a clear mind and after treatment I definitely would’ve succeeded. I truly believe this is a unique occurrence and is extremely unlikely to reoccur. I have taken the time to reflect on my discussions’ with my instructors’, students first advisor, and on all that had gone wrong during Spring 2016. The impact these grades will have on my academic career is significant, due to the obstacles I had encountered during the semester I believe they should be excluded. Using what I have learned I have taken measures to ensure that I succeed in the Fall of 2016; registering for tutors ahead of time, etc. I have planned regular appointments with my physician to track my progression/state while taken the medication. In order to create accountability on my part I have contacted all of my professors for Fall of 2016 ahead of time, informing them of my situation and asking for tips/advice to prepare for their course (see attached E-mails). By preparing and using on campus resources (SIP, TASP, etc.) I plan to succeed in the Fall of 2016 at UNCG and throughout the entirety of my college