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• Taryn gave birth during finals week and couldn’t take her last exam. Her doctor recommended six weeks of recovery time. Her professor marked her course as “incomplete.” After she recovered, Taryn completed the exam, and her grade was updated for full credit. 
• After experiencing a miscarriage, Deja needed time to attend a medical appointment and recover. With her doctor’s note, her absence was excused. To make up participation points, her professor offered an alternative discussion board post. 
• Chantal’s doctor advised her to pump breast milk more frequently due to an infection. She needed to leave class a few minutes early to do so. Because her professor didn’t require other students who left early to provide notes, Chantal didn’t need to provide one either. 

• Frequent breaks during class to use the restroom or eat
• Adjusted deadlines for assignments 
• Flexible attendance for appointments, caregiving responsibilities, or recovery 
• Permission to stand, sit, or use mobility aids in class 
• Access to the private Lactation/Parent Room in MacVicar Room 112  
• Temporary parking accommodations or assistance with transportation 

• Our goal is to make sure you have reasonable flexibility and support needed to stay on track. 

If your doctor recommends a longer recovery period, or if you’re taking time to care for a new child through birth, adoption, or foster placement here are some questions to discuss with your advisor before finalizing your leave: 

• Will this leave change my registration status? 
• Will it affect my financial aid, health insurance, or housing? 
• Will I lose access to the College’s benefits like the library, transportation, or printing? 
• Do I need to complete any forms or approvals for my leave? 
• What steps do I need to take to return to classes? 
• When should I notify the College that I’m coming back? 
• Are there things I can do now to make returning to classes smoother later? 

For more information about your rights, resources, and support please download and print our Pregnant and Parenting Brochure and our Pregnancy Policy. 

The Department of Education provides additional information for Pregnancy and Pregnancy-Related Conditions. . 

• An excused absence means your time away from class for pregnancy-related reasons cannot negatively impact your grades or participation record. 
• Faculty may ask you to complete missed work, but: 
  • The make-up work should be fair and comparable to what other students are assigned—not extra or punitive. 
  • You must be given a reasonable amount of time to complete missed assignments. 
    • For example, if you missed two weeks of class, you should have at least two weeks after returning to finish that work. 

No. Title IX protections extend to every aspect of your educational experience, including: 

• Internships, practicums, and clinical placements 
• Lab work or field experiences 
• Athletic programs and training 
• Student employment 
• Clubs, leadership roles, and campus events 
• Career services, job placement, and advising 

Students who are pregnant, recovering, or experiencing pregnancy-related conditions cannot be excluded or treated unfairly in any of these areas. 

Yes. If the College provides special services or accommodations for temporarily disabled students, those same supports must be available to students experiencing pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions. 

Depending on your situation, you may also qualify for accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADAAA) or the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). 

Title IX can help coordinate adjustments such as: 

• Modified attendance or participation expectations 
• Extended deadlines or flexible testing 
• Reserved or accessible seating 
• Parking or mobility assistance 

Yes. The College must provide reasonable time and space for you to express breast milk or breastfeed. These absences are treated like any other medically necessary absence related to pregnancy or recovery. 

We offer a private, comfortable, and well-equipped Lactation Room in MacVicar Hall 112 - not in a restroom- so you have a clean and supportive space for feeding or pumping. 

Absolutely. If you are both a student and employee—or work for the College in any capacity—you are protected under multiple laws, including: 

• Title IX (for students) 
• The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADAAA) 
• The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) 
• The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (where eligible) 

These laws ensure that you:

• Are not discriminated against because of pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions
• Receive reasonable accommodations for pregnancy-related medical needs 
• Have access to paid or unpaid, job-protected leave as applicable

For employment-specific questions, contact Human Resources and Culture or the Title IX and Compliance Office for individualized guidance. 

No one should ever face discrimination, harassment, or intimidation for being pregnant or experiencing pregnancy-related conditions (including miscarriage, false pregnancy, or recovery). 

If this happens, please know that you are protected under Title IX, and the College has a responsibility to take your concerns seriously. You can contact the Title IX & Compliance Office to report what happened or to learn about your options for support and resolution. 

You deserve to be treated with respect and dignity in every part of your educational and employment journey.