Human Resources
Miami University
Roudebush Hall, Room 15
501 E. High St., Oxford, OH 45056
513-529-3131
513-529-4223 (fax)
Time Off for Bereavement
When a family member passes away, it can be a difficult and stressful time for you and your family. The University offers several resources to assist you and your family in coping during this trying time.
Time Off for Bereavement
Contact your supervisor to request any time off needed.
- For immediate family members, you may use up to five days of available sick leave.
- For others, you must use available vacation, personal, or comp time with the permission of your supervisor.
Request Leave of Absence
Login to Workday to request a Leave of Absence. Click on your profile and follow the instructions below:
- Select Actions
- Select Request Absence
- In Absence Calendar if your absence will be for a long period of time it's easiest to use the "Select Date Range" button on the top left of the screen and for example, you might input "From" 7/24/2024 "To" 1/24/2025. For shorter periods of time select the dates in the calendar and click on "Request Absence".
- Select Absence Type, then Time Off
- Select Sick
- Fill out details for: Sick - Reason
- Bereavement (Max 5 days)
Our Mission
At Miami University, people are core to our mission. Guided by our values of Love and Honor, we are dedicated to cultivating strategic partnerships and fostering a supportive and engaged community where employees are inspired to thrive, pursue knowledge, and work with purpose. The Office of Human Resources Management stewards our human talent with an unwavering commitment to excellence, contributing to our enduring legacy of leadership and service.
