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Dear Dean and Members of the Committee; I am writing to appeal my dismissal from the West Coast University Nursing program. The news of my dismissal came as a shock to me because I had been hopeful that I would succeed in my studies despite the difficult situation I was confronted with. I am writing this appeal optimistic of being reinstated for the next semester. Thank you this opportunity to explain my extenuating personal circumstances. I had a very difficult time last semester, and was constantly threatened with eviction notices but maintained a positive outlook regardless. I do not mean to make excuses for my poor grades, particularly failing the Medmath course twice which was the basis for my dismissal, but I would like to explain my situation. I knew that the course would require a lot of my input, and I was on track only be faced with an eviction. I was evicted from my house and was forced to move in with my family. I thought I could continue with my routine and handle the workload, and still think I could have, except that setting in with the family and building an effective routine while being responsible for the household chore and takin care of everyone was straining. Needless to say, the change of schedule cut into my study time, and so did the excessive workload. Even when I was still at my place, I was constantly distracted with the eviction notices and whereas I moved in with my family, I was unable to focus on m schoolwork. I understand that I should have communicated my circumstances with my professors instead of avoiding the entire situation, or even applied a leave of absence. I thought that was in control of the situation and that I would overcome the situation. I tried but I lost the battle. I am requesting reinstatement into the program to continue with my dream career in nursing. I love West Coast university and graduating with a degree from this university would mean so much to me. I am the first one ever in my family to pursue a college degree and