From: Office of the Dean of Students
OSU Students,
We hope your spring term is off to a wonderful start. As we advance through the academic year, we would like to share a reminder regarding religious holidays which OSU community members may observe. Oregon State University is committed to providing support for students whose observance of their religious beliefs may have an impact on classes, schedules and dietary needs.
We have requested that faculty and supervisors work with all undergraduate and graduate students, regardless of learning modality, as outlined in OSU’s Religious Accommodation of Students Policy. It is incumbent on the student making the request to notify the faculty member or supervisor as soon as possible prior to the need for accommodation. Students should work directly with their faculty member or supervisor on these requests according to the religious accommodation policy. Meanwhile, faculty and staff are able to approve requests for religious accommodations without consultation but must first contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access if denying a request.
Because of the timing of some holidays, we recognize it may not always be possible for students to contact faculty and staff for accommodations. For this reason, we have requested that faculty work with students who miss required assignments and activities due to these religious holidays, and provide accommodations to make up any missed work deliverables or course material within a reasonable amount of time.
In addition, we provide information below about dining and food options available on our campuses in Corvallis and at OSU-Cascades.
If you have any questions, concerns or recommendations, please do not hesitate to directly contact the Office of the Dean of Students or the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access.
I wish you all a great remainder of your spring term.
Kevin A. Dougherty, Ed.D., Associate Vice Provost for Student Affairs & Dean of Students
Corvallis Campus Resources
Quiet Spaces:
Quiet spaces are offered on campus in the Student Experience Center 3rd floor (hours of operation are Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.) and the International Living Learning Center (ILLC) Multi-Faith Room, located on the 4th floor (with foot-washing stations located in the restrooms on the floor). Residence Hall lounges are available for on-campus residents and their guests engaging in Fajr morning prayer. No reservations are required. These spaces are available on a first-come, first serve basis.
Dining and Food Options:
University Housing & Dining Services (UHDS) will provide Iftar meals across campus until 8 p.m. in many locations, and until 9 p.m. and later at Cascadia Market deli, Dixon Café, and thru the Starship app for Nite Bites from Marketplace West. All OSU students and their families are welcome to join – even if not living on campus. Check food.oregonstate.edu for more specific hours.
OSU-Cascades Resources
Any residential student at OSU-Cascades practicing a faith-based diet who needs to develop a plan that will meet dietary needs for upcoming holidays and beyond should contact Lori Waters, Director of Auxiliary Services, to assist students with special food needs.
Amy Snyder, Director of Student Success, can help students living in residence who need access to meal preparation space.
To request this information in an alternative format please contact [email protected].