My name is Josh Propst. I am a current junior at Randolph College that applied to Study Abroad in Angers, France to assist with my French major. I was accepted by the French university, however, Randolph College has denied my application due to "weak academic performance and GPA." My grades suffered due complications with my previous major as well as many other external factors, not my abilities. I am attempting to appeal this ruling, due to the fact that I was primarily judged based on past academics that no longer apply to my current academic standing not yet recorded. By signing this petition, you support my appeal against Randolph College's ruling as well as my going to France to study abroad. I cannot do this alone, but I have enough drive and passion to push for what I believe in. Thank you for your help.
Updates
October 4, 2016
The administration remains silent regarding my formal appeal at this time. I am currently preparing supplementary documentation to clarify how my recent academic performance better reflects my potential for success in France.
October 4, 2016
The momentum behind this appeal has grown significantly and surpassed my initial expectations. This collective show of support reinforces my resolve to present this case to the administration. I am grateful to everyone who has taken a moment to stand behind my pursuit of this academic opportunity.
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Josh, would be a credit to Randolph College in the foreign study program. I'm aware he had some academic issues in the past because he tried to take on to much. I'm sure if you check with his current professors, you will see a completely different academic grade based on his studues to date.
Very deserving young man. Sometimes we educators need to look beyond the grades at the person. This is one of those cases.
Please re-consider Josh for this program. I have known Josh and his family for the last 8 years. I believe Josh would be an excellent representive for his college. He is currently working in his major that he always dreamt about. Josh is fluent in French. Please re-consider. You won't regret it.
I may not know any specifics of what you went through but I do know what is like to learn the hard way a major is not for you, and how it feels to have the mistake be a burden on the rest of your future. I had to change schools to fix my situation and I hope this petition will help you so it does not come to that in your case.
As Josh's French teacher in middle and high school, I can attest to the passion and drive of this young man as he pursues his study abroad in France. His persistence to excel personally in the area of French language and culture was simply unparalleled when he was my student and as I continue to follow his academic journey into college. I humbly ask that you consider changing your decision in allowing him to pursue this study abroad opportunity. Sincerely, Angela Hudson
Let him go!!
Please approve this fine young mans study abroad
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My name is Josh Propst. I am a current junior at Randolph College that applied to Study Abroad in Angers, France to assist with my French major. I was accepted by the French university, however, Randolph College has denied my application due to "weak academic performance and GPA." My grades suffered due complications with my previous major as well as many other external factors, not my abilities. I am attempting to appeal this ruling, due to the fact that I was primarily judged based on past academics that no longer apply to my current academic standing not yet recorded. By signing this petition, you support my appeal against Randolph College's ruling as well as my going to France to study abroad. I cannot do this alone, but I have enough drive and passion to push for what I believe in. Thank you for your help.
Updates
October 4, 2016
The administration remains silent regarding my formal appeal at this time. I am currently preparing supplementary documentation to clarify how my recent academic performance better reflects my potential for success in France.
October 4, 2016
The momentum behind this appeal has grown significantly and surpassed my initial expectations. This collective show of support reinforces my resolve to present this case to the administration. I am grateful to everyone who has taken a moment to stand behind my pursuit of this academic opportunity.
20 Comments
Josh Propst is the most responsible, dedicated and diligent young man that I know. He would be an incredible ambassador, representing Randolph College in France. I would request that you re-evaluate your initial ruling, and let this incredible young man follow his dream and, in turn, bring accolades to your college.
Josh, would be a credit to Randolph College in the foreign study program. I'm aware he had some academic issues in the past because he tried to take on to much. I'm sure if you check with his current professors, you will see a completely different academic grade based on his studues to date.
Very deserving young man. Sometimes we educators need to look beyond the grades at the person. This is one of those cases.
Please re-consider Josh for this program. I have known Josh and his family for the last 8 years. I believe Josh would be an excellent representive for his college. He is currently working in his major that he always dreamt about. Josh is fluent in French. Please re-consider. You won't regret it.
I may not know any specifics of what you went through but I do know what is like to learn the hard way a major is not for you, and how it feels to have the mistake be a burden on the rest of your future. I had to change schools to fix my situation and I hope this petition will help you so it does not come to that in your case.
As Josh's French teacher in middle and high school, I can attest to the passion and drive of this young man as he pursues his study abroad in France. His persistence to excel personally in the area of French language and culture was simply unparalleled when he was my student and as I continue to follow his academic journey into college. I humbly ask that you consider changing your decision in allowing him to pursue this study abroad opportunity. Sincerely, Angela Hudson
Let him go!!
Please approve this fine young mans study abroad
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Josh Propst is the most responsible, dedicated and diligent young man that I know. He would be an incredible ambassador, representing Randolph College in France. I would request that you re-evaluate your initial ruling, and let this incredible young man follow his dream and, in turn, bring accolades to your college.