Attendance and participation in class activities are considered integral parts of a university education. It is the University policy that attendance in classes is expected of all students. If attendance and/or participation are required and will impact grading, it is the responsibility of the instructor to communicate clearly that policy to students during the first week of class.

Even in situations where an instructor might excuse a class absence (for example, severe medical situations, family emergencies, or authorized University activities) it is the responsibility of the student, whenever possible, to inform the instructor ahead of time.