Policy on absences as a result of Religious Holidays.

The 2003-2005 Marshall University Undergraduate Catalog states on page 121 that “Absences resulting from major religious holidays will be excused when the student presents the request in advance of the absence to the Dean of Student Affairs.” 

The intent of this policy is to allow students to attend religious ceremonies on the day of the observance.  Major religious holidays are considered to be those days that are traditionally celebrated within each of the world’s major religions.  Retreats, conferences, revivals, or other functions specific to a denomination or congregation are not eligible for an excused absence within this policy.

Established as policy
September 10, 2003

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