Pregnant and Parenting Students Policy

Purpose:

To describe the University’s commitment to provide a supportive learning environment for pregnant and parenting students.

Additional Authority:

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972: “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

Scope:

This policy applies to those seeking admission, currently admitted, and those students enrolled at the University.

Responsible Party:

Title IX Office

Definitions

Policy Statement

The University seeks to treat all students equitably, regardless of their actual or potential parental or familial status. It is the policy of the University to provide appropriate, reasonable adjustments to educational programs and activities to support Pregnant and Parenting Students.

This policy establishes a process for Pregnant and Parenting Students to request and obtain adjustments to educational programs and activities allowing them to continue their education at the University.

The University encourages Pregnant and Parenting Studies to seek adjustments at the earliest opportunity, so that the University is in the best position to help the Student continue with a course of study.

A complete copy of the University’s Title IX Pregnant and Parenting Students Policy can be accessed via the Pregnant and Parenting Students Policy PDF. Hard copies are available at Lincoln University, B-2 Young Hall, 820 Chestnut Street, Jefferson City, Missouri, 65101.