Pregnant and Parenting Students

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities including academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs or activities of schools. This prohibition includes discrimination against pregnant and parenting students.

Reasonable Modifications for Students

Students may request adjustments based on general pregnancy needs or modifications based on a pregnancy-related condition. All requests for modifications for pregnancy/pregnancy related conditions are collected and coordinated by the Title IX Office.

Some examples of adjustments/accommodations that may be requested:

a larger desk
breaks during class, as needed
rescheduling tests or exams
excused absences due to pregnancy or related conditions
submission of work after a deadline missed due to pregnancy or childbirth
alternatives to make up missed work
leave of absence

See below for more information on each process or contact the Title IX Coordinator at TitleIX@carrollu.edu to learn more.

Campus Resources

Lactation Space | Campus Center B36

Carroll University provides a clean, comfortable space designated for nursing mothers to pump while they have to be away from their babies due to work or school. The space is located in Campus Center B36 and can accommodate 2-3 individuals at one time and are available for any CU staff, faculty, or student with a valid Carroll University ID.

Student Success Center

As you evaluate any changes to your academic aspirations, goals, or timeline, advisors in the Student Success Center are available to sit down with you, collaborate with advisors and faculty across campus, and help you develop a plan that works for you. You can learn more about Student Success here.

Attendance

Review your academic program’s policies related to attendance. The Title IX Coordinator (TitleIX@carrollu.edu or 2 62-524-7 372) can help facilitate communication with your faculty and program leadership to respond to reasonable requests. Reasonable requests are not guaranteed to be granted. You are encouraged to communicate early with instructors as you navigate your pregnancy or parenting needs along with your academic obligations.

Pregnancy Related Impairments

Although pregnancy itself is not a disability, pregnancy-related impairments may qualify as disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Examples include pregnancy-related carpal tunnel syndrome, gestational diabetes, pregnancy related sciatica, and preeclampsia.

Students experiencing such impairments should contact Title IX (titleix@carrollu.edu) and may also need to work with Student Accessibility Services for specific accommodations.

Community Resources

Family Services

Waukesha Clinic
2727 N. Grandview Blvd. Suite 205
Waukesha, WI 53188

Planned Parenthood
426 W. Main Street
Waukesha, WI 53186
844-493-1052

Catholic Charities of Milwaukee
Call or text 24/7 pregnancy help hotline at (414) 573-5899 to connect with a pregnancy support coordinator who will listen, answer questions, and offer support.

Health Care Coverage Programs in Wisconsin
The State of Wisconsin offers health care coverage programs for eligible parents and children.

Women’s Care Center of Milwaukee, WI
1441 N. Farwell Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 223-2610
Appointments preferred. Walk-ins welcome.

Women’s Support Center of Milwaukee
2051 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53233
(414) 934-8888