Class Attendance Policy
Students are expected to attend all classes and all labs as directed. In case of necessary absence, the student is expected to call or email the instructor PRIOR to the absence and inform them of the reason, just as an employee would “call in” to alert employers of absenteeism. A student should not intrude on the instructor’s privacy by phoning them at home. This is a privilege reserved for emergencies or by permission. If a situation arises when a student knows that they are going to be absent, prior approval from each instructor must be obtained.
Students who attend classes regularly and punctually help themselves to be successful academically and show instructors and other class members a courtesy. Information presented in the program is critical to the learning process. See the course syllabus for each class for specific policies. Also remember to follow the specific instructions as outlined in VET 1051/1052 Animal Care and VET 2720 Animal Care Supervisor syllabi in case of illness or other emergency.
Cancellations
If snow or icy driving conditions cause the postponement or cancellation of classes, announcements will be made via email, phone call and text by the university through the RAVE alert system. Students are recommended to use their own judgment if classes are not delayed or cancelled and weather conditions from which they are leaving are severe. It will be the responsibility of the students to watch weather forecasts, to plan accordingly, to catch up on missed information, or to accept a decrease in grade for VET 1051/VET 1052/VET 2720, depending on what class or animal care rotation has been missed.
