Religious Holiday Observance Policy

According to the Oberlin College Faculty Guide and by approval of the General Faculty, students wishing to observe recognized religious holidays are excused automatically from classes that occur on these dates and faculty are to make it possible for students observing recognized religious holidays to make up any work they miss, provided arrangements are made in advance. 

It is imperative that students notify their professors as far in advance as possible to provide ample time to make up any missed work, and no later than one week in advance of the holiday. You can view Harvard Divinity School's Multifaith calendar here to plan ahead for holidays you plan to observe. 

Feel free to contact the Director of ORSL, Samia Mansour, with any specific questions regarding the Religious Holiday Observance Policy. 

The policy below is excerpted from the Oberlin College Faculty Guide (2021):

The General Faculty has approved the following regulations:

i) Students wishing to observe recognized religious holidays are excused automatically from classes that occur on these dates.
ii) Faculty are to make it possible for students observing recognized holidays to make up any work they miss, provided arrangements have been made in advance.