Upon registering for any course at Bethany College, a student accepts the requirements of that course as binding, including the instructor's attendance policy. If a student misses a class session because of illness or participation in an officially recognized college function, the student must provide appropriate verification of the reason for that absence. Verification forms are available from the Dean of Students Office. The number of verifications of absence that are acceptable remains the prerogative of the instructor. Because of the nature of the class, attendance is mandatory to gain the full value of the course and instuction.
Students are responsible for the completion of any assignments or reading during their absences.
Unexcused absences may result in the rejection of any work due or performed by the class on those days of absence. Academic honesty is essential to a college community's purpose and pursuits. Thus, academic integrity is expected of all Bethany College students. A student's academic work and conduct should always represent the student's personal effort and thus be above reproach. Examples of breaches in honesty include such acts as cheating, plagiarism via traditional or electronic means, collusion, and fabrication or falsification of either records or research data.