Some instructors may not require attendance at classes. Other instructors take attendance at classes. Other instructors take attendance at each class session. Students who are unsure about the attendance policy in a particular class should talk to the instructor to clarify expectations. Students are responsible for contacting each instructor to arrange extensions on assignment or exam deadlines.
Instructors determine acceptable supporting evidence.
Examples of supporting evidence include a McKinley visit record, bill or appointment card from a private physician, court order, wedding program or obituary notice or funeral program. Such a policy is generally intended to allow for the unexpected. Students who choose not to attend class or miss a test and then become ill or have an emergency may be penalized at the instructor's discretion. Students who are subject to a penalty because of repeated or continued illness should discuss their situation with their instructor. University calendars, including semester beginning and ending dates, Thanksgiving vacation and spring break dates, and the final exam schedule are listed in the Timetable.