Student Affairs is responsible for all aspects of nonacademic life at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences including student-run campus activities, student services, campus organizations, the Student Government Association, student clubs, and nonacademic records. Student Affairs is committed to helping students find the answers they need and advocating for them in the process.
Student Affairs supports the well-being of students in addition to extracurricular growth and development. A variety of resources and services are available to students through Student Affairs. Student Affairs also oversees special interest groups, such as Union Gospel Mission, Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), Run for your Life, and Student Ambassadors. The office is located in Butler-Haney Hall, room 317, and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Learn more on the Student Affairs webpages of PNWU.edu
Excused Absences
Students need to follow the specific excused absence procedure as detailed in their academic program’s student handbook.
Religious Holidays: Because of the extraordinary variety of religious affiliations of the University student body and staff, the Academic Calendar makes no provisions for religious holidays. However, it is University policy to respect the faith and religious obligations of the individual. Students with classes or examinations that conflict with their religious observances are expected to submit their request well in advance (three weeks ahead of the expected absence) so that mutually agreeable alternatives may be worked out.
Requesting an Emergent Absence
Situations arise that may cause hardship or prevent students from planning ahead. If this is the case, please contact Student Affairs as soon as possible via email at studentaffairs@pnwu.edu or phone at 509.249.7724.
Examples of emergent excused absences include, but are not limited to:
- Personal illness
- Serious and/or sudden illness, or death of a family member
If for any reason students are concerned about the implications their absence(s) might have on their coursework, they should speak with Student Affairs as soon as possible to discuss options and to learn of resources that may be available.
Jury Duty
A student selected for jury duty should contact Student Affairs. A letter will be provided for the student to submit to the judge. There is no guarantee that the student will be excused from jury duty. If the student is required to report for jury duty, follow the academic programs procedures for excused absences.
Policy link: Student Attendance policy
Page revision date: June 16, 2023