Edwards Campus Pregnant & Parenting Student Resources
Edwards Campus Pregnant & Parenting Resources
Pregnant & Parenting Resource Pantry
The Pregnant and Parenting Resource Pantry provides essential products and clothing to parents and their young children free of charge.
Office of Civil Rights & Title IX
Title IX and other protections afford rights to pregnant and parenting students and employees. Pregnant and parenting students must receive the same access to school programs, activities, and education opportunities that are available to other students.
Baby Grace
Free resources for families with young children: Overland Park location. Different locations have different resources, from diapers, wipes, and clothing to toys and strollers and other supplies. If this location doesn't offer something you need, explore the other locations on the website.
DCF Childcare Assistance Program
Child Care Assistance, also known as child care subsidy, is available for qualifying families who need help paying for child care costs.
Find Child Care
Child Care Aware is a national resource, though this links directly to the Kansas website. Click the yellow Find Child Care button to make an account and search for openings in childcare facilities local to you. Scroll to learn more about how to choose the right childcare for your family, how to apply for financial assistance, and what to do if you can't find a child care provider.
Helpful Policies at the University of Kansas
Graduate Leave of Absence
A leave of absence may be granted in extraordinary circumstances (e.g., cases of illness, disability, emergency, financial hardship, military leave) to pursue family responsibilities or to pursue full-time activities related to long-range professional goals.
KULC Academic Accommodation for New Parents
Purpose: To enable graduate students who are new parents to maintain their student status and to facilitate their full participation in coursework, research, and clinical training.
Minors on Campus
Purpose: To ensure the safety and well-being of minors participating in university-related programs or visiting our campuses.
Tuition and Fee Refund
Purpose: This policy explains refunds that apply to tuition, course fees, required student and wellness fees, off-campus area fees, and Edwards Campus construction fees for students who withdraw from the University or reduce their enrollment.