If a student never attended or stopped attending prior to midterm, the faculty member should not assign a grade. He or she should place an asterisk in the grade column and write a note to this effect at the bottom of the roll indicating the date the student stopped attending. Based on federal and state statutes of limitations, faculty members should retain all grade books for at least two years. Upon retirement, resignation, or termination, faculty members should leave the previous two years' grade books with the department chair. 309 Attendance Regular and punctual attendance is expected of students in all classes.
Attendance is counted from the first class meeting each semester.
Departments may establish policies concerning class attendance provided there is unanimous agreement. The student is responsible for all material presented in class and for all announcements and assignments. The University does not issue through its administrative offices an excuse to students for class absences. In cases of absence due to illness, representation of the University in athletic or other activities, or special situations, instructors may be informed of reasons for absences, but these are not excuses. It is the policy of the University to permit students, faculty, and staff to observe those holidays set aside by their chosen religious faith.