Holidays – FY 2026

Skeleton crew days are operational days during which the university is officially open, but departments operate with reduced staffing. Essential services continue to function, and staff may be scheduled on a rotational or volunteer basis to ensure minimal service disruption. Supervisors are responsible for identifying coverage and coordinating appropriate leave usage. For more information, refer to SHSU Policy HR-08.

The following alternative days may be observed in lieu of a university holiday. Employees will need to discuss with their supervisor about availability of the desired date to switch.

The total number of holidays in a year to which an employee is entitled is not changed by use of alternative holidays.