Religious Absences Posted on September 8, 2022 Religious beliefs may occasionally cause students to miss class or other college activities. Under Massachusetts state law, students are excused from class on a particular day when it conflicts with their religious beliefs. Instructors must provide students with the opportunity to make up a missed examination or class work, provided that such makeup examinations or work do not create an unreasonable burden on the College. Students should work directly with their course instructors to make arrangements when needed. Author Patrick Tanner View all posts