Now what do I do? Someone slap me PLEASE!

[Justin]

kc0iet,

Just so you know...I wasn't trying to "toot" my own horn, but give you an example that it can be done--I know you CAN do it!

Are you able to talk to someone in person about your situation? I would do everything you can to avoid "W's" and see if you can get "Incompletes"--they should be willing to do this concerning your situation. If you do get W's, it's not the end of the world (you would just have to repeat the entire course). However, with an Incomplete you would just start off where you left off.

I'm just now reading that you started class last week, so the W's wouldn't be so bad. Definitely talk to someone though--I know they will be sympathetic.

By the way, I am "deteriorating" very fast as of late. I'm think I am going to need surgery really soon. My meds are no longer working, and it's just been very difficult all around.

LAW SCHOOL--I think you should still do it. You sound like a great student and I know your personal statement on applications would be unique to say the least.

Never give up on your dreams!

I'm pulling for you!

PS Even if you have to apply a year later to get things straightened out with your spine, I wouldn't think twice. Good luck with everything!

Originally Posted by kc0iet

Dr. J., 4.0 in Bio-Chem, WOW! Tough major, my hat is off to you, congrats. I contacted the school last week to let them know of my 'medical emergency' and I have heard nothing. Class just started Monday. It is very frustrating, theses last two classes are electives. I already have 132.2 semester credit hours. All requirements for my major and minor have been met EXCEPT the college requirement of 39 UL credit hours with the school. I was hoping that they would waive these last two courses and let me graduate... I am still within the time frame that I can drop the courses with a 'W' and take them later, but not if I am to graduate in May.

I was on track to enter Law School, but there is no way if I don't get my back fixed. I was hoping to make it until May and then have surgery, recovery and still be on track for Law School. But if I don't graduate in May then this could be a problem. But, I suppose my bigger problem is that I don't have a surgeon! Prior to Feb. / March of this year I was able to get up and out in my wheelchair for a few hours (most days). Now I can't even do that.

Quitting has never been in my vocabulary. I am so frustrated! I know there is no way that I can maintain my GPA for these last two courses with my current pain levels.

Thanks Again for all your replies and support!