Students experiencing pregnancy related conditions have equal access to education, employment, and other University programs and activities. If you are experiencing pregnancy or a related condition and are looking for resources, modifications, or support, please complete this form and someone from the Office of Title IX office will contact you.

Rights under Title IX Regulations

  • You have equal access to classes and activities.
  • Your school/department cannot make you take time off if you don’t want to. However, they must provide you with withdrawal/re-enrollment information should you choose to explore that option.
  • You cannot be excluded from a special program because you are pregnant or experiencing a related condition.
  • Your school/department cannot make you change your major or degree program because you are pregnant or experiencing a related condition. They also cannot force you to attend an alternate program, like an evening program.
  • You can take part in activities for as long as you want. Your school/department cannot stop you from joining clubs, going to events, or participating in research unless the same rules apply for all students who have a temporary medical condition.
  • Any lactating student has the right to a clean and private lactation space on campus. For a list of available on-campus lactation spaces, click here. If you do not see a convenient lactation space on this list, contact the Title IX Office for an alternative arrangement.
  • If you feel any of the above rights have been violated, please contact the Title IX Office immediately.
  • What types of modifications may I request?

Students seeking pregnancy modifications are to complete to Pregnancy Modification Form noting the requested reasonable modification. Specific modifications will be handled on a case by case basis and will depend on medical need and academic requirements. Some examples include:

  • A larger desk
  • Breaks during class, as needed
  • Permitting temporary access to elevators
  • Rescheduling tests or exams
  • Excusing absences due to pregnancy or related conditions
  • Submitting work after a deadline missed due to pregnancy or childbirth
  • Providing alternatives to make up missed work
  • Allowing excused absences for parenting students (both mothers and fathers) who need to take their children to doctors’ appointments or to take care of their sick children

Resources

 

Request Pregnancy & Pregnancy Related Conditions Modification