MSP is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible environment for pregnant and parenting students. MSP does not discriminate in its education program or activity against any applicant for admission, student, applicant for employment, or employee on the basis of current, potential, or past pregnancy or related conditions as mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX). MSP prohibits members of the MSP community from adopting or implementing any policy, practice, or procedure which treats an applicant for admission, student, applicant for employment, or employee differently on the basis of current, potential, or past parental, family, or marital status. Pregnancy-related protections apply to all pregnant persons, regardless of gender identity or expression.
Pregnancy or related conditions include:
- Pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, and lactation;
- Medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, and lactation; and
- Recovery from pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, lactation, or related medical conditions.
Reasonable Modifications
Students who are pregnant or are experiencing related conditions are entitled to Reasonable Modifications to prevent sex discrimination and ensure equal access to the Recipient’s education program and activity. Any student seeking Reasonable Modifications must contact the Title IX Coordinator to discuss appropriate and available Reasonable Modifications based on their individual needs.
Identifying a Reasonable Modification is an interactive and collaborative effort between the student and MSP. In addition, the range of available reasonable modifications will vary with respect to the specific circumstances and the student’s individualized needs resulting from pregnancy or related conditions. Students are encouraged to request Reasonable Modifications as promptly as possible, although retroactive modifications may be available in some circumstances. Reasonable Modifications are voluntary, and a student can accept or decline the offered Reasonable Modifications. Not all Reasonable Modifications are appropriate for all contexts.
How to Request a Reasonable Modification
Students may contact the Title IX Coordinator for information about Reasonable Modifications to ensure equal access to MSP’s education program or activity.
Contact the Title IX Office at 248.476.1122, ext. 122 or email [email protected].
