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Sorry. Busy. Look, I have to withdraw from the MA. Just say Somerset made me realise it isn’t for me.

Gela Nathaniel

And the RD8 project?

Cameron Wesley

The others can do it.

Gela Nathaniel

I mean kiss-kiss.

Cameron Wesley

Everything’s changed. You can get me out of it.

Gela Nathaniel

You’ve completed nearly half the course and may have built up just enough grades for a pass – I’ll check with admin – it seems a shame to give up now. Do what you can, when you can. I can mark you on that.

Cameron Wesley

Can’t guarantee doing anything.

Gela Nathaniel

Leave it with me. Kiss-kiss.

Cameron Wesley

Kiss-kiss.

Doodle message group [Private] Hannah and Gela, 29 January 2024:

Hannah O’Donnell

I’ve checked and Cameron doesn’t have enough credits. In any case, the examiner’s notes specifically mention the final project as being 50% of the mark. He could qualify for a discretionary pass if he submits a special-consideration form that cites mitigating circumstances as to why he couldn’t complete the course. What’s the reason?

Gela Nathaniel

I don’t want a withdrawal, especially not at this stage, it reflects so badly on the course. Cameron is my corporate poster boy. I need this MA to work – the department has shrunk, all my other courses have gone. My hours aren’t viable without this.

Hannah O’Donnell

I mean, what’s *his* reason for not taking part in the final project?

Gela Nathaniel

He’s very ill. And doesn’t know from one day to the next whether he’ll feel well enough. Only he’s a private man and doesn’t want anyone to know.

Hannah O’Donnell

Then definitely get him to submit a special-consideration form. It’s confidential.

Gela Nathaniel

I will. Thank you, Hannah. Thinking about it, I’m sure he’ll be able to complete the essay, if nothing else.