Accommodating Religious Observances

This message was shared with all students, faculty, and professional staff on October 1, 2024.

Dear Students and Colleagues,

Drexel University is dedicated to an environment that respects and allows the free practice of the many faith traditions of our University community. This is a reminder that Drexel is committed to making every reasonable effort to accommodate the religious observances of our students, faculty and professional staff. One of Drexel’s shared values is inclusion, and we ask everyone to be respectful of others’ observances. 

The Drexel community is encouraged to request religious accommodations as early as possible, which may include academic, campus housing and employment accommodations. The full academic policy on religious observances and the religious observances calendar can be viewed on the Provost's Office website. The Office for Institutional Equity and Inclusive Culture (EIC) is available to support the process of requesting and providing religious accommodations; there are also useful tips on the EIC website.

For students looking for spiritual and religious community or support, the Office of Spiritual and Religious Life maintains several ministry locations and prayer spaces, and chaplains are available to meet in-person and virtually as needed.

Sincerely,

Paul E. Jensen
Executive Vice President
Nina Henderson Provost

Subir Sahu
Senior Vice President for Student Success

Kimberly J. Gholston
Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer