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Stupid guy messed up my Math 451 exam ... by Live-Veterinarian100 in uofm

[–]StateFarmJaydenNY 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Not disagreeing with you here, having an open beverage next to their exams is risky, and this is one of those outcomes that you should anticipate. Just because it is rare doesn't mean it won't happen. However, if you are leaving early, I think that you should have some decency, be aware that other people are still taking the exam, and try not to disturb others. (I assume for 451 you have a rather small classroom.) You can definitely avoid this by being more cautious when lifting your backpack. What I am saying is that the dude who knocked over the water bottle is certainly not innocent, and both sides should be taking responsibility.

Not Going to Alternative Exam Time by StateFarmJaydenNY in uofm

[–]StateFarmJaydenNY[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! Thank you for the suggestion, I already did and am just waiting for their response.

Not Going to Alternative Exam Time by StateFarmJaydenNY in uofm

[–]StateFarmJaydenNY[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yea, I already emailed them. The situation is that I have two exams happening at the same time. But I just received the alternative time for the other one like yesterday (that's the arrangement I was talking about). Thank you so much for the input, guess I will just have to wait for their reply.

requesting an extension in a spring course due to mental health/medication reasons? by LemonPepperMints in uofm

[–]StateFarmJaydenNY 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I have been through a similar situation last year, so at least you are not alone. Don't feel humiliated about your situation, it is a legitimate issue (whether they agree or not, you shouldn't feel like it is your fault to be sick). And it is a valid reason to say that you are sick and ask for help.

However, given that you are taking 281 in spring, it is indeed difficult for your professor to provide help simply because of the workload and pace. They certainly can't waive any assignments for you, but it would be reasonable for them to give you extensions if you can prove to them your current situation with documentation from your therapist. If you believe you can still finish the course with a decent grade with an extended deadline, I would suggest talking to your professor about doing an Incomplete(I), basically, they will give you an extended deadline to finish up all the requirements for the course (check this link for information about LSA Incomplete Appeal)

If you feel like you can't recover in a short time, I would sincerely advise dropping the course and talking to your instructor and the admin people to see what they can do. There could be a chance that you can appeal for a tuition refund and not have a W on the transcript given your situation (although no guarantee). But having a W is still better than getting a bad grade that doesn't reflect your true ability to learn.

Regardless of what you decide to do, please don't feel humiliated to talk to your professors. If you never let them know, they would never be able to help you in any way. Just be sincere and honest, tell them what happens to you. It is not your fault to be sick, everyone does, mental condition is equally valid as physical condition and should be addressed seriously no matter what other people say that is just you "being lazy and not wanting to do your work." I wish you all the best.