Instructional Program Policies

Holding Classes

It is expected that all classes will meet as scheduled. Meeting with scheduled classes is each faculty member's first responsibility and is not to be compromised by other professional obligations. In the event of illness, the chairperson (or dean) should be notified in advance of the class so that alternative arrangements can be made. Authorization to miss classes for any other reason must be obtained in advance from the department chairperson (or dean).

Inclement Weather

It is the policy of the University of Delaware to remain open except under the most extreme weather conditions. The decision to excuse or dismiss employees from work due to extreme weather conditions rests with the Vice President for Administration in consultation with the President

Faculty and students are not expected to take unnecessary risks to meet their teaching and learning obligations due to inclement weather. When classes have not been cancelled, it is a matter of personal judgment whether traveling to campus is hazardous. Faculty should notify their department offices when weather precludes them from meeting their teaching obligations; similarly, students should notify their professors when inclement weather precludes them from class attendance. In such cases, students should be allowed to make up missed class time and, whenever possible, canceled classes should be rescheduled.