University Policies

Leaves of Absence

A leave of absence is when a student decides to not attend the University for two consecutive semesters, including summer semester. To initiate a Leave of Absence please contact the Theatre Office. Failure to have the paperwork processed may require the student to reapply to the University and the theatre program before being able to continue.

Disability

Disability Related Accommodations

Student Grievances

Grievances should be handled personally and professionally. They are not a tool for Department gossip. Anyone with a grievance toward faculty, staff or peers, are encouraged to first try to resolve the problem directly with those involved.

If a grievance cannot not be resolved on a personal level, then seeking a higher authority may be appropriate. In production-based grievances, the chain would begin with the Stage manager, Director, Production manager, and last, if necessary, the Artistic director. Each production company elects a Deputy that may be used for those wishing to stay anonymous. Academic grievances should be directed to the instructor, then the program area head, department head, and, if all other avenues have been tried, the Dean.