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i’m incoming 1st yearr eng, would it be wise to learn some things before school starts? if so what should i learn

I recently received notice about a potential academic misconduct offence involving an exam. I was taking a math course in the summer and I did cheat, and I know I shouldn’t have. I was struggling academically and felt extremely cornered at the time, but I know there were other options and I take full responsibility for making the wrong decision.

This is my first offence, and I’m honestly extremely ashamed and scared about the possibility of suspension. I’m already speaking with the Ombudsperson and plan to be truthful throughout the process.

Has anyone been through something similar at Western? How common is suspension for a first exam-related offence, and is there anything I can do during the process to make the case for a course-level penalty rather than suspension?

I’m not looking for ways to avoid responsibility. I know I deserve a serious consequence. I just really want to remain at Western and learn from this. I am just expecting and hoping that this can be limited to course failure.

I’m not sure if any of these details are relevant, however

- I am a first year student
- It was during an in-person, proctored exam
- I have documented mental health difficulties during first year. I in no way consider this an excuse but wonder if this has any relevance in determining penalty

i know that this prof is like known for being really late with marking but like when should i be expecting my grade? my final was july 28th so its been more than 3 weeks and based off of last year's posts, it seems that grades came out this week last year too. there hasn't been any announcements or emails with updates. should i email the prof or is that doing too much?

From a TA for the course

"One year, people were changing Wikipedia on important concepts to wrong stuff to screw other people over. Someone lit a fire in a garbage can outside of an exam hall to get out of doing an exam. Every 2213 final, at least 5 people pass out and twice as many puke their guts out in the middle of a desk-crowded gym. SERT makes sure everyone is on standby for 2213 exams. I watched one dude get decently covered in someone else's vomit, quickly wash up and keep writing because he felt like he was doing well and didn't want to do the makeup. I've never seen anything like that outside of 2213."

I have no idea how they havnt been sued into oblivion yet. The way they lie to get you to buy a ticket is infuriating.

They state the trip from Toronto to London is one continuous ride and the estimated time is 2 hours and 10 minutes…. It stopped at both Pearson and Kitchener AND I timed it from the moment it took off in Toronto and the trip took 3 hours and 48 minutes. This is the second time this has happened, the first time I thought I was crazy the second time I realized they are scammers. If you search them up it’s an extremely common complaint that these fuckers straight up lie.

Trash company.

Does western have any talent show type events 😭😭just curious because I’d participate if anyone made one

Has anyone here failed a first year summer course in eng? Were u forced to return to year one? Curious if anyones experienced this.

Also yes I’ve already contacted my academic advisor

What are some clubs that are for business and will help meet the right people, be in the right rooms, and give me opportunities.

I’m interested in tech, startups, entrepreneurship, consulting, investing, etc. or hopefully just finding an upper year mentor to help me through the internship process and maintaining aeo.

Are there any prestigious business clubs at western like there is at queens?

If a tutorial session is full, but the lecture isn’t, what are the chances I can get into the tutorial? The class isn’t mandatory for my degree but I’m interested in pursuing a certifcate that needs it. Thanks for any info and help!

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Im considering going to western but I have a few questions:

- how is the diversity at western?
- does western offer a good social life & academics balance?
- does the large campus bother you? Ive heard that one of the major cons is how big the campus is.
- would you say London is a student city? How is the nightlife?
- would I be able to have the “classic fun college experience “?
- are students supposed to? (Like do profs actually care about their students or are they tough like uoft)

All answers would be highly appreciated!!

hii, I was wondering how heavy the psychology program is? is it possible to balance this program and a part-time job? is this program difficult in terms of passing?

Has anyone done this before as a peer mentor? Is the experience worth it? Is it paid or voluntary?

recently got a car this summer but the parking passes are sold out for the fall. anyone know what my other options are? i know certain lots have the honk app to pay for, but is $12 too much for all day? i've also heard of people renting out their parking spots for the year

Is this normal?