DOCUMENTATION
- All correspondence with the Dean/Department is formal.
- Explain the situation clearly.
- Submit any relevant documentation such as e-mails, exams, course outline,
etc.
- Keep a copy of everything that you have submitted and received.
SAMPLE LETTER - To the Dean / Department
Current Date
Dean of Faculty/School
University of Lethbridge
Dr., Mr., Mrs., Ms., _____________________
I am appealing my (grade/status) in (course name & number) on the following
grounds.
The reason for my appeal is (describe your situation in as much detail as
possible, start right from the beginning and continue to the present. You must
include photocopies of all documentation such as medical notes).
As a result of this situation, I would like to request the following; (what you
feel would be a fair resolution, e.g. a paper remarked, a grade recalculated or
status changed to incomplete. Be as direct and honest as possible. False
inaccurate or misleading information will result in guaranteed loss of your
appeal).
Sincerely,
(Your Name)
Remember: For any step of the process, do not be afraid to ask questions about
things that are unclear to you. For more information you may contact the
Students' Union VP Academic at su.academic@uleth.ca or phone (403) 329-2770.
