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91快活林 is dedicated to fostering a community free from discrimination, including sex-based discrimination as prohibited by Title IX. This protection extends to students and employees affected by pregnancy, childbirth, false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, or recovery from any of these conditions. It also includes care for infants along with reasonable time and space to pump breast milk in a location that is private, clean, and reasonably accessible. The Pregnancy and Parenting Resource Webpage offers comprehensive information and support for pregnancy/parenting-related needs. Select the appropriate tab below to explore more detailed pregnancy and parenting information and resources tailored for students, employees, and faculty.
Accommodation and Support
91快活林 is committed to ensuring equitable access for students experiencing pregnancy-related conditions. With that, under Title IX, the college has a process to ensure the protection and equal treatment of pregnant persons, and those with pregnant related conditions. Like any other student with a temporary disability, students with pregnancy related conditions, are entitled to a reasonable accommodation so that they will not be disadvantaged in their course of study or research.
Students requesting an accommodation must submit an intake form along with supporting documentation Disability Services Intake Form. After you submit the intake form, Disability Services will email you to schedule an intake appointment, where you'll discuss your classes, how your condition impacts your education, and possible accommodations.
Breastfeeding and Lactation Support
91快活林 Lactation Room is located in Room C1238.
Students who are nursing mothers may use Kish鈥檚 lactation room on campus for personal lactation needs. The private room includes comfortable seating, side tables and electrical outlets for breast pumps.
Lactating students are protected under Title IX and have the right to reasonable breaks and access to private space for expressing breast milk. For assistance or to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Disability Services Office or the Title IX Coordinator.
Additional Resources
As a faculty member, you must comply with Title IX requirements by:
Best Practice
Frequently asked Questions:
Must I excuse a student鈥檚 absence due to pregnancy, childbirth, abortion, or related conditions?
Yes. Under Title IX, these conditions must be accepted as a justification for absence if medically necessary, regardless of your attendance policy. Students cannot be penalized for such absences and must return to the same academic status. Please refer student to Disability Services to discuss potential options or accommodations.
Can I ask for a doctor鈥檚 note for an absence?
You can ask for a doctor鈥檚 note regarding the absence so long as you require notes from other students who must miss class or assignments for medical reasons. The note does not have to reveal any personal medical information, the student鈥檚 privacy should be respected.
Must I provide accommodation for pregnant students?
Yes, students affected by pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions may be eligible for at least the same accommodations given to students with temporary disabilities. Refer students to Disability鈥檚 Office where they can provide information to students along with information on Title IX and or refer to Title IX.
Breastfeeding and Lactation Support
91快活林 Lactation Room is located in Room C1238.
Students and employees who are nursing mothers may use Kish鈥檚 lactation room on campus for personal lactation needs. The private room includes comfortable seating, side tables and electrical outlets for breast pumps.
Lactating students are protected under Title IX and have the right to reasonable breaks and access to private space for expressing breast milk. For assistance or to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Disability Services Office or the Title IX Coordinator.
Additional Resources
Pregnancy Accommodation
Employees who may need a reasonable accommodation due to conditions resulting from pregnancy should contact Human Resources at kishHR@kish.edu or 815-825-9370 to participate in an interactive discussion.
Pregnancy Leave
Employees who need to take a leave of absence due to pregnancy or childbirth should contact HR to discuss the Family Medical Leave Act or other available leaves of absence.
Nursing Mothers in the Workplace
Employees will be provided a reasonable paid break time to express milk for one year after a child鈥檚 birth unless the break time would create an undue hardship. Hardship exclusions must be discussed with Human Resources.
91快活林 Lactation Room is located in Room C1238.
Students and employees who are nursing mothers may use Kish鈥檚 lactation room on campus for personal lactation needs. The private room includes comfortable seating, side tables and electrical outlets for breast pumps.
Board Policies
91快活林 will offer six Fast-Track career programs during the Fall 2025 semester. Kish Fast-Track programs provide students with the expertise needed to meet local workforce demands. The programs range from 8-15 weeks, allowing students to start a career immediately or build upon skills with additional training.
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