University Guidance for Instructors Managing Student Illnesses
This message has been approved by Dr. Sally McRorie, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, for distribution to faculty and staff.
Due to the marked increase in flu levels and recent concerns regarding COVID-19, FSU instructors are asked to afford more flexibility to students who are sick. This includes a suggested relaxing of standards for documentation from University Health Services (UHS) or other medical providers and Case Management during this time of increased illness.
In addition, student access to documentation might be limited in some cases, because UHS recommends that students with flu symptoms who do not require medical attention stay home to recover. Please note that verification from Case Management Services is never needed if the student has verification of a doctor’s visit from UHS or another medical professional.