I recently missed several days of class due to an unexpected circumstance (illness, family loss, injury, etc.). What is the university’s excused absence policy?
It can feel very stressful to miss a few classes or an exam throughout the term. The university does not have an excused absence policy, but there are several options to consider to successfully complete the term:
If your absence was due to the loss of a family member or friend.
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Know that you are not alone and you have people to help you make decisions.
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Please review the university’s bereavement guidelines provided by the Office of the Registrar.
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Consider getting support in your grief from friends, advisors, faculty, staff, and CAPS upon your return.
If your absence was for different unforeseen circumstances, please consider these steps:
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Contact your Instructor or Faculty member
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If possible, communicating your recent or anticipated absence should be your first step.
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Review your instructor’s syllabus for expectations on communication. You may also consider including your advisor in your outreach if that has been encouraged in the past.
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You aren’t required to provide significant detail, but enough for the instructor to have context.
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Explore your options with your academic advisor by reviewing the Key Decision Points guide and the Final Grades flow-chart to weigh your options after contacting your faculty.
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Contact us: we’re happy to consult on these options. Call us at 541-737-8748 or submit a Student Care Inquiry form for support.
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Connect with the Academic Success Center to meet a strategist to map out the remainder of the term to complete it successfully.