Excuse Notes

Excuse Notes Not Provided

• Missing class or work for excuses such as colds, headaches, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. cannot be objectively confirmed, especially after the fact
• Most of these conditions require self-care, not an office visit
• An Absence Excuse Letter is available to communicate with faculty explaining that Student Health Services does not provide excuse notes 

Verification of Visit Notes Provided

• Provides verification of a completed medical appointment with a SLSHS provider
• Diagnosis or a recommendation for missed classes, exams or work not included
• Significant medical illness or injury documentation may be provided at the time of visit
• Instructor discretion determines if work or exams missed during an illness can be completed at a later time
• Per university rules, each department or college may make its own rules relative to occasional absences by students from scheduled activities. Contact your instructor for absence as a result of an illness or medical appointment.