Absence Letters
Absence letters are intended to provide information to faculty about student absences not related to religious observances. Absence letters do not excuse students from class, nor ensure that make-up work will be permitted. This authority rests only with the instructor.
- Absence letters will only be created when one or more of a student’s professors require them.
- Absence letters will cover situations such as a prolonged illness or injury, death of a family member, or serving as a volunteer emergency worker. Documentation, such as a note from a healthcare provider, must be provided to the Dean of Students Office.
- Absence notifications are only sent once a student returns from their absence, with the exception of religious observations (see below for details on absence notifications for religious observations).
- Students should ask for absence letters within 10 days after their return to class.
To request a letter, complete the Absence Letter Request Form. Please include the following:
- The exact dates you were absent from class.
- The reason for your absence.
- Any required third-party documentation such as a note from a healthcare provider, an obituary or funeral program, or notification of military/volunteer emergency worker.
Absence Notifications for Religious Observances
Absence notifications for religious observances will follow the Accommodation of Student Religious Observances policy.
Absence notifications for religious observation should be submitted in advance to the Office of Equal Opportunity, Access and Title IX Coordination (EOA), Rendleman Hall, suite 3314.
