Help with Appealing Academic Dismissal

aunt_bea
Fri, 01 Jan 2016 03:18:18 +0000

I absolutely have to agree with @N’sMom, you’re not ready to return and you’ve stated it yourself:

I feel appealing this dismissal letter is something I must do because I lack the mental drive to do whatever necessary (within the legal boundaries of course) to succeed

Additionally, the adcom’s meet and review several appeals letters, together. They want to see concrete actions in the appeal. They will compare and see who has actually made a concerted effort to change behaviors; who do you think they will readmit?

Here’s your letter

My GPA was low mainly because my mindset on college was very inaccurate. If I am readmitted to this university, I will attend every class with the intention to learn regardless of any excuse, take advantage of the free tutors my university provides for the students, and retake classes that I have previously failed to boost my GPA and successfully change my major.

Vs other students who will include:
*I have scheduled tutoring appointments every other week in the subject areas of: Algebra, History, etc. at the Learning Center. Please contact: Jeff Journey at x7890 to discuss my case.

*I have made appointments with my previous Profs: Smith, Taylor, Anderson for the following dates ( list dates) to review my previous tests and discuss/clarify my errors in strategical studying.

*The Writing Center has included my name on email alerts for papers reviews in small study groups. I will attend their sessions on Mondays from 3 to 5 pm. Please contact Sam Smith at x1555 if you have questions.

My academic advisor, Pat Patterson, and I have reviewed my list of coursework for the coming year. She has recommended this schedule of coursework to increase my success, and has given me the schedule of current office hours. She can be reached at: 760-555-5555.

It’s not just about writing an appeal letter; it’s also about your legwork to act upon the changes.
Go get some mental health help or none of your previous behaviors will change.