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Title IX and Board Policy 3.5 provide protections for pregnant and parenting students. Many students struggle to locate and utilize the services that campus provides. Additionally, campus employees may not be aware of the rights and services available to students regarding pregnancy and parenting supports. Finally, campus practices may require adaptations to serve pregnant and parenting students, but campus authorities may be unsure how Title IX protections apply to traditional classroom settings and campus services.

The purpose of this form is to assist students and employees with understanding expectations regarding Title IX policy for protecting pregnant and parenting students' rights. These rights provide guidance regarding campus procedures to ensure that pregnant and parenting students receive an equitable educational opportunity and are successful in their parenting and student journeys.

The Restorative Justice and Title IX Office works to serve pregnant and parenting students by connecting them to supportive measures, campus resources and community resources. Additionally, the office reviews complaints and incidents reported regarding infringement on the protections of pregnant and parenting student rights.

Request Process The request process ensures that students have clarity for requesting services through the Restorative Justice and Title IX Office. The complete process will take between 24 and 48 hours to complete, typically. To start this process, submit the Pregnancy and Parenting Services Request Form.

Referral Process The referral process allows individuals to begin requesting services on behalf of students through the Restorative Justice and Title IX Office. The complete process will take between 24 and 48 hours to complete, typically. To start this process, submit the Pregnancy and Parenting Services Request Form.

Complaint Complaints apply when a student is being denied accommodation related to needs as a pregnant or parenting student. These accommodations may include but are not limited to: time off from student employment, time off from classes, leaves of absence, modifications to course delivery, deadlines, and schedules.

The complaint process is comprehensive, from initial report to closure of the complaint. This process ensures that students have clarity for requesting support through the Restorative Justice and Title IX Office. Each case is unique and may differ slightly. To start this process, submit the Title IX Misconduct Reporting Form.