Sun, 25 April 2021, 3:23

A student writes:

> Hello Sir ,
> 
> Will it it be possible to meet with you next week to discuss abt how I can
> improve my grade before the final exam?
> 
> I need a C+ on EE460N to graduate this semester my first midterm was ok but
> i did not do well on my second midterm. and working on rest of my Labs as
> well
> 
> Thank you
> 

I am sending my response to this email to the entire class since the student 
is not aware of some important information and there may be others in the same
boat.  According to the information on Texas One Stop, titled "Undergraduate 
COVID-19 Pass/Fail Exceptions and Q-drops," undergraduates are permitted to 
designate up to three courses they took this year (Fall, 2020 and/or Spring, 
2021) as Pass/Fail.  The courses will count toward graduation even in cases 
where normally the ECE requirements specify the course be taken for letter 
grade.  ...and you have until May 28 (after you see your Spring grades) to 
designate the three courses.

So you do not need a C+ to have 460N count, a D- is good enough this year ONLY!

The University recognizes the hardships imposed by Covid-19 and is offering
this if you need to use it.

As far as meeting with me, of course I am willing to meet with you if you 
think it would be useful.  Send me email and we will set up a Zoom meeting.

Good luck with the rest of the semester.  ...and please stay safe.

Yale Patt