Academic Policy  1858.10 

Class Cancellation

It is the responsibility of the instructor to provide written instructions in the syllabus for each on-campus course to inform students of the procedures for learning continuity when a class has been cancelled.

Instructors should choose appropriate procedures in determining their policy for informing students of class cancellation at times other than when there is an inclement weather related delay/closure or when the university officially closes. The notification procedures should be tested to determine their usefulness before an emergency arises. The procedures should work not only in response to overnight events but also in response to events that occur during the day. Included in the procedures should be a notification to the main department office of any class cancellation.

Instructors are expected to ensure that course content is not materially affected by any cancelled classes. To ensure compliance with the federal definition of the credit hour (APS 1200.40), instructors are expected to make up missed class time using recorded lectures, assignments, readings, instructional materials, or other alternative forms of instruction.

In the event of an inclement weather delay, early dismissal, or closure, instructors may conduct classes designated as on-campus through synchronous distance instruction while the campus where the course is normally taught at is closed for inclement weather but shall not require a student to attend synchronously.  Any class designated as on-campus taught through synchronous distance instruction while the campus is closed for inclement weather must be recorded and made available to all students in the class in the approved campus Learning Management System.  An instructor must provide students the opportunity to make up work due while the University is closed for inclement weather without penalty.  No examinations for courses designated as on-campus shall be administered while the campus is closed for inclement weather.If the campus is open but inclement weather prevents a student from safely attending class, an instructor should provide the opportunity to make up work without penalty.

In the event the campus is closed for reasons other than inclement weather, the Office of the Provost will provide guidance for instructors on learning continuity.