Service Overview
Use this service to request an excused absence if you are unable to attend class due to the death of a loved one, attendance at a funeral, or other bereavement-related responsibilities.
You may submit your request before obtaining supporting documentation. If documentation is not available at the time of submission, you may provide it during the review process. Requests cannot be approved until all required documentation has been received.
Acceptable documentation may include a funeral program, obituary, statement from a funeral home, or other official documentation that verifies the circumstances of your request.
Submission of a request does not guarantee approval. All requests are reviewed in accordance with the Morehouse College Class Attendance Policy.
Examples of Bereavement/Funeral Requests
Examples of qualifying bereavement-related absences include:
- Attending the funeral or memorial service of a loved one
- Bereavement-related travel
- Responsibilities associated with funeral arrangements or family obligations following the loss of a loved one
Before You Submit
Before submitting your request, please ensure that you:
- Submit your request within five (5) calendar days of the absence.
- Upload supporting documentation if it is available.
- Respond promptly to any requests for additional information from Academic Affairs.
- Have not already submitted a request for the same absence.
Important: Do not upload photographs containing injuries, blood, bodily fluids, or restroom-related images. Requests containing inappropriate images may be denied.
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