Facing unintended pregnancy can feel mentally and emotionally overwhelming, but you are not alone. If you or someone you know is facing an unplanned or complicated pregnancy situation, we are here to help you.
The University has an anti-discrimination policy toward anyone experiencing pregnancy and related conditions, adhering to the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other federal, state and local laws. In compliance with this policy, the University makes an effort to provide resources to support those experiencing pregnancy.
You can visit one of the following sites for immediate sources of local assistance. Feel free to contact us, prolife@princeton.edu, if you are comfortable doing so.
Read more about the University’s Title IX & Equal Opportunity Policies Here:
“In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other federal, state and local laws, Princeton University does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy and related conditions, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in any phase of its employment process, in any phase of its admission or financial aid programs, or other aspects of its educational programs or activities. The vice provost for institutional equity and diversity is the individual designated by the University to coordinate its efforts to comply with Title IX, Section 504 and other equal opportunity and affirmative action regulations and laws” (Equal Opportunity Policy).
University Contact:
Michele Minter
Vice Provost for Institutional Equity and Diversity
201 Nassau Hall
609-258-6110
Contact for Further Inquiries:
Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education
Pregnancy & Childbirth University Resources
Pregnancy and Childbirth
Outlines University policies for providing access to pregnancy resources and lists various materials for students, faculty, and staff.
University Contact:
Randy Hubert, Director of Gender Equity and Title IX Administration
Princeton Quiet Rooms
A safe, clean, private space to breastfeed, express breast milk, etc. that are located across campus. Students or Employees can access the list of Quiet Rooms here and scheduling instructions here.
Quiet Rooms Contact:
Office of Gender Equity and Title IX Administration
Student Information (Undergraduate & Graduate)
Students who are pregnant or experiencing related conditions are encouraged to apply for accommodations:
University Accommodations Contact:
Randy Huberty, Director of Gender Equity and Title IX Administration
Online Request Form for Accommodations:
Students who are pregnant or experiencing related conditions may choose to take some time off from Princeton University:
Read about the policy here:
Princeton’s Leave of Absence Policy
Student Pregnancy/Childbirth Resources University Contact:
Michele Minter, Title IX Coordinator
Graduate Students Only:
Graduate students can learn more about a 14 week suspension of academic responsibilities after giving birth or adopting a child by reviewing the Graduate School’s Childbirth and Adoption Accommodation policy.
Graduate Student Contact for Suspension of Academic Policies:
Elaine Willey, Assistant Dean for Academic Administration
ewilley@princeton.edu
Employee Information
Pregnancy/Child Birth Resources for Employees
Pregnancy Accommodation Contacts:
University’s Reasonable Accommodations for Disabilities policy
Contact for Pregnancy Related Medical Condition Accommodation:
Sherrie Borowsky, Human Resources Manager
Contact for Pregnancy Related Accommodation without Medical Condition:
Office of Human Resources
Faculty:
“Faculty members are eligible for short term disability benefits related to pregnancy…”
Faculty members can communicate with the Office of the Dean of the Faculty to discuss workload relief and other benefits for faculty with pregnancy or childbirth related conditions, as well as parenting.
Short Term Disability Benefits
Childbirth and Parenting Leaves for Faculty Policy
Contact for Childbirth and Parenting Leaves for Faculty Policy:
Oliver Avens, Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs
Non-faculty employees:
Short Term Disability Benefits
Disability and Family Leave Benefits
Contact for Non-Faculty:
Benefits
Office of Human Resources
(609) 258-3302
benefits@princeton.edu
Confidential Resources
Princeton Confidential Resources List
On Campus:
Confidential Resources are 100% confidential, except when there is “imminent threat of serious harm to the individual or a legal obligation to reveal information, such as suspected abuse or neglect of a minor” (Equal Opportunity Policy).
Ombuds Office
The University’s Ombuds office can provide confidential advice regarding issues of discrimination and/or harassment, and information about options.
University Confidential Contact:
Wokie Nwabueze, Ombuds Officer
179 Nassau Street – Suite D
Princeton, NJ 08544
609-258-1775
McCosh Health Center
Sexual Health and Wellness at University Health Services
Provides “confidential exams and counseling related to your sexual and reproductive health” (Sexual Health and Wellness)
- preconception counseling
- pregnancy testing
- options counseling and referrals (e.g., prenatal care, adoption options…)
Office of Religious Life
Because these are spiritual counselors, they are not mandated reporters and are therefore confidential resources.
Counseling and Psychological Services
Counseling and Psychological Service Website
Confidentiality:
“We do not release information to anyone outside of CPS (including parents, administrators, faculty, or potential employers), or disclose that you have received care, without your written permission.” (Confidentiality at CPS).
To Make an Appointment:
Call 609-258-3141, walk into McCosh Health Center during business hours, or schedule it online through your MyUHS online portal
Urgent Help:
You can speak to a counselor by phone 24/7 by calling the CPS Cares Line at 609-258-3141 and pressing 2
SHARE Office
Options for Responding to Interpersonal Violence
After-Hours Line: 609-258-3310
To make an appointment:
Either call 609-258-3310 or make an appointment online through your MyUHS portal
Off Campus:
Organizations that provide free and confidential services relating to parenting, pregnancy wellness, medical help, counseling, and post-abortion recovery.
Choice One
Text now at (833) 600-9108 for free and confidential services:
- counseling services (mentorship or professional counseling)
- medical services
- pregnancy wellness & resources
- parenting resources
- post abortion recovery
Email: Briana@mychoiceone.org
Closest location to Princeton: 1764 Brunswick Avenue, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 (~10-15 min drive)
Abortion Survivors Resources
This resource has a lot of material that you can read to learn about what to do as an abortion survivor, a woman who has an unsuccessful abortion, and more. It also has a lot of great stories from women who experience unsuccessful abortions as well as the abortion survivors, because you’re not alone in this. You can also get connected to the online network for support through this time.
Contact Information: 816-737-8685
Options for Her
They provide medical services and have other resources that are great when you are faced with this decision- completely free and confidential.
945 West State Street, 1st Floor
Trenton, NJ 08618
732-362-2256
Discrimination and/or Harassment
Princeton University Policy on Discrimination and/or Harassment
The University’s Policy covers more than just pregnancy; to be specific, it covers “Pregnancy and related conditions is defined as pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or lactation; medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or lactation; or recovery from pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, lactation, or their related medical conditions” (Princeton University Policy on Discrimination and/or Harassment).
The University encourages everyone to report all incidents of discrimination and/or harassment, but there are various avenues to do this.
To file a formal complaint based on discrimination and/or harassment through the University, follow these steps:
- Formal Complaint either through the University Contact (see below) or through this online complaint form
- Interim Steps
- Investigation Process
- Complaint Resolution
For more detailed information, visit Princeton’s Policy on Discrimination and/or Harassment
University Contact:
Cheri Burgess, Director for Institutional Equity
Office of the Vice Provost for Institutional Equity and Diversity
204B Nassau Hall
609-258-8504
file a complaint outside the University:
You can also file a formal complaint outside of the University, such as with “a federal or state agency, such as: The United States Equal Opportunity Commission; The United States Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, and the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights” (Policy on Discrimination and/or Harassment).
Funding/Monetary Support:
Dean’s Emergency Fund
There is funding available for medical emergencies as well as travel emergencies.
To apply, fill out this form and contact your Residential College Director of Student Life