Considered for academic reinstatement - Essay Example

26 November 2009 EMPIRE COLLEGE One Union Ave., Saratoga Springs New York Attn Admissions Department Re: Request for Academic Rein mentDear Sir/Madam:Being admitted to the Empire State College was a realization of a long time dream. I have always envisioned being a professional by graduating from the academe. I am aware that I have to maintain a specified Grade Point Average to sustain my enrollment. However, there had been several challenges that I encountered in the recent semester which drastically affected my GPA, to wit: (1) the demands of my previous job as Correctional Officer for the State of Alaska necessitated rendering longer hours of service; (2) aside from my full time job, I took part time tasks for the city and borough of Juneau as a Security Officer; (3) I inadvertently took several Law Enforcement classes all over the country which were too structured and used up most of my spare time; (4) I was also an Army reserve and therefore, due to longer hours spent at work, there remained virtually shortened time periods for both compliance to academic requirements and to personal rest; and finally (5) time constraint inevitably limited access to references and sources for academic compliance.

Currently, I definitely am not satisfied with my general standing in the program. I am aware that the desire and pursuit to attain my original vision is still aflame. With the awareness of the rationale for failure to sustain the required GPA, I am more than determined to overcome whatever obstacles I have recently encountered. I realize that my ultimate objective of finishing the program I started with Empire State College is still my priority. In this regard, with renewed hope and unwavering spirit, I humbly seek for re-admission in the program.

The dilemma brought about by mistakes in the previous semester made me aware that I deeply regret the academic lapses. The realization and threat of being totally obliterated from the program awakened my senses. I have planned the following measures to improve and maintain the required GPA: (1) severance of my employment responsibilities for the state of Alaska and the city of Juneau to make compliance to academic requirements my priority; (2) leave the Army; (3) participate more actively in study groups; (3) consult with my advisor and professors for academic requirements; (4) be more involved in both curricular and extracurricular activities; (5) apply time management techniques to prioritize tasks and responsibilities; and (6) seriously prepare for tests and examinations to maximize learning.

I have utilized the same techniques when I took specialized training for the State of Alaska. I am aware that it is a matter of focus and determination; as well as commitment and dedication to the accomplishment of my personal and professional goals. I have endeavored to take higher education as a means of self improvement and in my quest to be instrumental in civic and social responsibilities towards the local community I currently serve. My ultimate vision of being a servant of the law to uphold the standards of equality and justice in this nation would only be achieved with your institution’s professional guidance and educational assistance.

I sincerely believe that the realization of my long time dream rests in your just and equitable understanding. I remain humbly hopeful to be re-admitted in your program.Very truly yours,