STUDENT HANDBOOK - attendance requirements

Music is primarily an activity-oriented discipline, whether in lecture classes or ensemble rehearsals. In addition, the absence of a student from an ensemble rehearsal also affects the entire group. The student is expected to attend class regularly and on time. If an absence is necessary, i.e. illness, family emergency, or unavoidable happenstance, the student is expected to notify the instructor, in advance if at all possible. Call the appropriate campus extension and leave a voice mail message or call the Music Office at extension 2552. The instructor is under no obligation to excuse the absence otherwise unless unusual circumstances prevail. Each instructor will specify his or her requirement for attendance as it relates to the course grade. It is NOT appropriate to call a faculty member at home except in an emergency unless specific directions or permission has been given to do so.

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