Religious Observances and the Academic Calendar
Dear Sudents, Faculty and Staff,
Our university community is proud to be a home to diverse cultural and religious traditions.
At times the range of faith traditions and the varying observances and restrictions can present scheduling challenges. This is true for many students as well as for staff and faculty who sometimes face a conflict between their involvement in classes or other university activities and their religious commitments.
Since a student should not have to choose between important religious observances and academic or athletic commitments, the university has a clear policy for academic coursework and religious observance.
Even if a date that requires accommodation is not listed as a day off on the academic calendar, this policy applies. Therefore, students should review their syllabi at the beginning of each semester and talk to their professors right away about potential conflicts.
If you’re curious to learn more about the religious traditions of fellow students and colleagues, please see this Guide to Religious Observances.
All are welcome to connect with me or any other staff chaplains or affiliate chaplains. We are here to guide and support anyone navigating classes, activities, and religious observances.
Each distinct religious and cultural tradition on campus enriches our community.
Best wishes for a successful spring semester,
Rabbi Seth Winberg