Faculty Legislation II-102b: Dismissing Classes for Speeches

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Policy Number:

UW-865

Old Policy Number:

Faculty Legislation II-102b

Responsible Office:

Office of the Secretary of the Faculty

University Policy

Policy:

University classes may be officially dismissed at any campus whenever they conflict in time with:

1. A previously announced public appearance on or near that campus by the President of the United States; or
2. A previously announced public appearance, during presidential election years, of the nominee of a major party for President of the United States.

Related UW-Madison Policies:

UW-863 Class Attendance Policy

UW-1025 Academic Support Plan for Disruptions to Teaching and Learning

Policy Administration

Approval Authority:

Secretary of the Faculty

Policy Manager:

Secretary of the Faculty

Contact:

Secretary of the Faculty -- Heather Daniels, sof@secfac.wisc.edu, (608) 265-4562

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07-09-2025 12:41:42