Syracuse University’s Religious Observances Policy recognizes the diversity of faiths represented in the campus community and protects the rights of students, faculty and staff to observe religious holy days according to their traditions. Under the policy, students are given an opportunity to make up any examination, study or work requirements that may be missed due to a religious observance, provided they notify their instructors no later than the academic drop deadline. For any observances occurring before the academic drop deadline, students must notify faculty at least two academic days in advance. Students register their observances using MySlice under Student Services/Enrollment/My Religious Observances/Add a Notification.
Class sessions often include discussions, activities, and collaborative work that are difficult to replicate outside the classroom. To stay engaged in your learning while respecting and fulfilling your religious observances, please plan these absences carefully and communicate with your instructors as early as possible. Limiting absences to essential observances will help you maintain academic progress and fully participate in your courses.
Seeking information about how to maintain your spiritual practices abroad? Check out our Places of Worship webpage.