Pregnancy and Parenting

Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of pregnancy and parenting status.

AWSOM is required to provide students with reasonable accommodations due to pregnancy and parenting needs when appropriate.

Consistent with our obligations under Title IX, AWSOM protects pregnant and parenting students from discrimination and provides reasonable accommodations to students based on pregnancy or other related conditions. This support extends to students during postpartum recovery, including recovery from childbirth, loss of pregnancy, and other medically necessary conditions related to pregnancy.

We offer individualized support and reasonable accommodations based on each unique situation and doctor’s recommendations. Some examples of accommodations for students may include, but are not limited to:

• Reviewing lectures online

• Rescheduling of tests or exams

• A larger desk

• Breaks during class, as needed

• On-Campus lactation rooms

• Assignment of an Incomplete grade, if eligible​

• Allowing “Withdrawal” with refund, if eligible

• Submitting work after a deadline missed due to pregnancy or childbirth

• Access to additional or more frequent breaks during exams or classes

• Flexible attendance or participation policies for prenatal appointments or medical needs

• Use of ergonomic seating or adjustable furniture in classrooms and testing environments

• Temporary parking accommodations closer to campus buildings

• Adjusted deadlines or academic flexibility in case of pregnancy-related complications

To request an accommodation, please fill out the form below and return it to the Manager of Student Compliance and Support Services.