What should I do if I need to be away from my classes?

If illness or family emergency prevent you from meeting your classes, regardless of how many classes you will miss, notify the department chair. If you’ll be gone only a short time, you may reschedule instruction or arrange for a colleague to replace you. For longer periods of absence, your department chair will advise you on proper arrangements, including any University leave forms you may need to submit.

Scheduled absences of seven days or less (for example, to attend a professional conference) can be arranged within your department. Longer leaves, with or without pay, require the approval of the Dean of your college. To initiate the process, consult with the chair of your department. Official policies are described in the Academic Personnel Manual, sections 752, 758, and 759. Note that these regulations apply for the entire academic year, including the break between semesters