Academic Attendance

Students are required to actively participate in their courses and professors are asked to confirm a student’s class participation/attendance through the Course Roster Verification process.

Each professor will determine a class attendance policy for each course and must notify students of this at the beginning of the semester, often by including the attendance requirements on the course syllabus. Class attendance may impact a student’s course grade per the stated policy, a copy of which is kept on file in the department office.

Excused absences, including absences for participation in approved university events, will not result in a penalty, provided that the student makes up missed work as required by the professor.

Student Procedure for Extended Absence Notification (Effective as of March 2, 2020)

The Dean of Students will assist and support students who miss a minimum of three class days due to illness, personal or family emergencies.

To utilize this service, the student or family member completes the “Instructor Notification for Extended Absences Form” including supporting documentation related to the absence. Upon verification, a note will be circulated to professors advising of the absence. Students are still required to contact professors for guidance related to any missed work during their absence.

In some cases, if a student is unable to return to one or more of their classes, the Dean of Students can discuss enrollment options. Students or family members should contact the office at 570-422-3461 with questions.