Service Overview
Use this service to request an excused absence if you are unable to attend class because of an unexpected family emergency involving a member of your immediate or extended family. This may include situations where your immediate support is needed for a child, spouse, parent, sibling, or another family member.
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.
Supporting documentation should verify the nature of the family emergency and may include documentation from a healthcare provider, law enforcement agency, or other appropriate authority, depending on the circumstances.
Submission of a request does not guarantee approval. All requests are reviewed in accordance with the Morehouse College Class Attendance Policy.
Examples of Family Emergencies
Examples of qualifying family emergencies include:
- Medical emergency involving a family member
- Emergency hospitalization of a family member
- Childcare emergency requiring your immediate attention
- Unexpected incident affecting your spouse, parent, sibling, child, or extended family member
- Other urgent family situations requiring your immediate assistance
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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