Using the WSU Absence Requests Calendar

Summary

This article explains how to use the WSU Absence Requests Calendar to request, track, and manage time off such as vacation, sick leave, or business travel. It provides step-by-step instructions for submitting, deleting, and checking requests, as well as viewing available absence types. An FAQ section clarifies request edits, approval notifications, and how to view request history.

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The WSU Absence Requests Calendar allows employees to request, track, and manage absences such as vacation, sick time, or business travel. This tool is not currently available to all schools, colleges, and departments.

How to submit an absence request

Follow the steps below to access the WSU Absence Requests Calendar and submit a request.

 Step 1

Go to go.wayne.edu/absence in your web browser.

Step 2

Select a request Reason by clicking the drop-down arrow and choosing the absence type. A summary of your available hours is indicated at the top.

Step 3

Add Details in the description box if necessary (e.g. Leaving early for a doctor's appointment.)

Step 4

Check the All Day box if applicable or select the date and time range.

Step 5

Click Review & Submit. A summary of the request will indicate whether the type of request you submitted is pending supervisor approval. You will receive an email upon submission and another upon approval.

How to delete an absence request

Follow the steps below to delete a request in the WSU Absence Requests Calendar.

Step 1

Click the hamburger menu icon in the upper left-hand corner.

Step 2

Click Requests.

Step 3

Click the request you wish to delete from the list. You will be shown request details.

Step 4

Click the trash can icon.

Step 5

Click Yes to confirm deleting request.

How to check existing absence requests

Once a request has been submitted, its status can be checked along with the rest of your request history. Follow the steps below:

Step 1

Click the hamburger menu icon in the upper left-hand corner.

Step 2

Click Requests.

A list of your past and pending requests will appear. 

How to view available absence types

Follow the steps below to view the types of requests in the WSU Absence Requests Calendar.

Step 1

Click the hamburger menu icon in the upper left-hand corner.

Step 2

Click Settings & Info.

Step 3

Select Types of Absences and click the arrow.

Step 4

Click the Information icon next to the absence type to view the description. 

Absence types

  • Any Purpose Day
  • Bereavement
  • Business Travel
  • Campus Warriors (Campus volunteer time option available to C&IT employees only)
  • Comp Time
  • Floating Holiday
  • FMLA
  • Furlough
  • Out Sick
  • Jury Duty
  • Special Needs
  • Training
  • Vacation
  • Working Off-Site
  • Working On-Site

Click the back arrow in the upper left-hand corner to return to the menu.

FAQs

 

How do I check if my request was approved?

 

 

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Article ID: 20339
Created
Wed 7/30/25 2:23 PM
Modified
Thu 9/25/25 12:57 PM