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Resources for Pregnant or Parenting Students Attending LCCC

Pregnant Students

If you are pregnant or parenting as an LCCC student, you are certainly not alone. Over one-third of our students are caring for dependents while taking classes, and we have supports in place to help you and your family as you continue your studies while balancing this important role.

If you are pregnant while attending LCCC, you can access accommodations designed to help you continue in your courses. Upon disclosing your pregnancy to us, our team will work with you to coordinate accommodations and share more information with you about your rights as a pregnant student.

While pregnancy is a personal and private matter, students are strongly encouraged to share this information with LCCC so we can be of assistance during your enrollment with us. The link below can be used to reach out to our Title IX Coordinator and Accessibility Services, which are the two areas that will work together to help you access accommodations and resources for pregnant students.

Your submission on this form is kept to minimal recipients for privacy purposes, and you can expect to hear from LCCC’s Title IX Coordinator within two business days of submitting this information.

Request information, accommodations, or assistance

Thank you for inquiring about how LCCC can support you in the course of your pregnancy. If you are requesting accommodations or more information about support during your pregnancy, LCCC’s Accessibility Services department will contact you shortly after you submit this request to schedule an appointment to meet with a Learning Specialist, and together, determine the accommodations that will best support your success. This appointment can be conducted in-person, virtually, or through a phone call. Whichever works best for you.

Universal accommodations such as permission to have food in class, frequent bathroom breaks or permission to move about the classroom are available to all pregnant students. Additional accommodations may be available based upon medical documentation. We look forward to working with you throughout your pregnancy. Accessibility Services is located in the College Center building room 234. Phone: 440-366-4058 Email: accessibility@lorainccc.edu

Learn more about the rights afforded to you as a pregnant or parenting student.

If you believe your rights are being violated, you may contact the Title IX Coordinator directly at TIX@lorainccc.edu or complete and check this form indicating you would like to speak with a TIX Coordinator.

Name(Required)

First Last

LCCC Student ID Number

Phone

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Select the option that best describes you:

I am pregnant and would like accommodations.

I am/was pregnant and would like to know what resources are available to me.

I am concerned about my rights and would like to speak with a Title IX Coordinator.

Questions, Comments, or Concerns

Parenting Students

Our LCCC student-parents amaze us with their abilities to balance family, school, and other responsibilities. While you are not required to share your status as a parent with faculty and staff with whom you interact, we encourage you to do so. Understanding your unique situation can help when things don’t go quite as planned. Additionally, you may find that many of the faculty and staff you encounter are parents as well!

The resources below may be helpful to you as a student with children. From lactation rooms on campus, to childcare services and resources for food, emergency aid, and access to community support programs, our services are designed with you and your family’s needs in mind.

Many of our on-campus events are family friendly, and if you aren’t sure, just ask.

Additional Resources

Here are additional resources you may find helpful as a pregnant or parenting student at LCCC:

Advocacy and Resource Center (ARC) (food, financial assistance, community resource access)
Commodore Kids

Mothers’ Lounges

Personal Counseling, including WellTrack (wellness app) and TogetherAll (virtual group support)

LCCC College Catalog (for access to policies and procedures related to your enrollment)

Paying for College (students with dependents may qualify for additional aid or programs)
Private study rooms can be reserved in iLoft Oasis and Bass Library

Children’s Room in Bass Library

Dolly Parton Imagination Library

Community Action Agency’s Pregnancy Support Services

LCCC’s non-discrimination policy includes students who are pregnant or parenting. To learn more about your rights, or to discuss a concern, please reach out to a Title IX Coordinator.