Course Attendance
Given the importance of classroom discussion to successful learning in the class, classroom absences will only be excused under exceptional circumstances. In such cases, students are required to make every reasonable effort to notify the course coordinator in advance. Of note: The attendance policy for the pharmacy practice experiences is outlined in the FCOP Experiential Education Manual.
Course Attendance for Didactic Courses
Late Arrival: Students who enter the class late may receive a score of zero (0) in assignments and/or participation points. A student may be given credit for classroom participation and contribution if they arrive late and the late arrival was due to circumstances beyond the student’s control. In all cases, the decision of the course coordinator with input from the instructor for the day is final.
Known Excused Absence: A student may request an excused absence from class/pharmacy practice experiences for known personal, compassionate, professional, or health-related reasons. Known excused absence requests are initiated in writing to the course coordinator. Students will be required to present appropriate documentation to support a request for a known excused absence. The decision to grant a known excused absence is at the discretion of the course coordinator and is final.
Unexpected Excused Absence: In the event of unexpected circumstances, students are responsible for submitting a request to the course coordinator requesting the unexpected absence be considered excused within three (3) days of the absence. Students will be required to present appropriate documentation to support a request for an unexpected excused absence. The decision to grant an unexpected excused absence is at the discretion of the course coordinator and is final.
Unexcused Absence: Students will receive a score of zero (0) for all missed assignments or projects.
For all types of absences: The course coordinator(s) in conjunction with instructors will determine if a student’s absence results in the need for the completion of additional/supplemental work in order to satisfy course requirements. No make-up assignments or exams will be given outside the attendance and make-up policy outlined in the syllabus. Students will receive a score of zero (0) for assignments not completed within the time frame established by the course coordinator, generally not more than five (5) days, including weekends.
In the event that a student’s total number of contact hours missed from class due to known excused absences, unexpected excused absences, and unexcused absences (combined) exceeds 20% of the total course contact hours, the student will be withdrawn from the course, and the student will receive a final course grade of “W”. Application of this policy will be done in consideration with other UT Tyler policies and procedures. Withdrawal from classes may affect student’s financial aid eligibility, veteran's benefits, athletic eligibility, housing, or international student status. If a student is withdrawn from the course, he/she should consult with the respective department regarding his/her eligibility for those benefits or status. NOTE: 1 credit hour = 15 contact hours
Course Attendance for Experiential Courses
The attendance policy for the pharmacy practice experiences are outlined in the FCOP Experiential Education Manual.
Excused Absence for Religious Holy Days
Please see the Excused Absence for Religious Holy Days in the Graduate School section of this catalog.
Excused Absence for Active Military Service
Please see the Excused Absence for Active Military Service in the Graduate School section of this catalog.
Inclement Weather
University closure due to Inclement Weather will be posted on the main UT Tyler web page. The FCOP IPPE and APPE experiential sites may or may not be closed, therefore the university inclement weather closures do not apply to experiential rotations. Additional information on inclement weather and experiential courses is provided in the FCOP Experiential Education Manual.