For comprehensive and binding information regarding various forms of academic appeals, refer to Senate Bylaw 51: Academic Evaluation Procedures. (List of Senate Bylaws)
Specifically, consult Section 1.17 for information regarding Grade Appeals. Section 1.181 covers Considerations for Health, Bereavement, or Extenuating Circumstances.
Refer to Section 2 for information concerning Graduate Studies. Most formal graduate student appeals (Grade Appeals and Other Appeals of Academic Decisions) are dealt with in Section 2.7. Considerations for Health, Bereavement, or Extenuating Circumstances are dealt with under Section 2.6.
If you have any questions regarding this topic or a related matter, your first point of contact is Renée Wintermute, the University Secretary.