Northwood Tech is dedicated to serving and supporting all students and employees, including those who are expecting or have families. Northwood Tech is proud to be recognized as a Family-Friendly Workplace.
Pregnant & Parenting Students
Title IX ensures that students can take time off school for pregnancy, childbirth, miscarriage, abortion, and recovery if their doctor deems it medically necessary. Students with pregnancy-related conditions may request accommodations from the Accommodation Support Services Office or the Title IX Office.
Pregnant & Parenting Employees
Federal law protects workers from discrimination based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and may require employers to provide reasonable workplace accommodations. Understanding these protections helps ensure a fair and supportive environment for all. Employees with pregnancy-related conditions may request accommodations from Talent & Culture.
Privacy Rooms
Privacy Rooms are available at the Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake, and Superior campuses and the Shell Lake Health Education Center. These multipurpose spaces are available for nursing students, faculty, and staff to express breast milk. In addition to pumping or breast feeding, the Privacy Rooms can be used for minor medical administration (e.g. insulin shots), stretching, prayer/meditation, or a quiet space for those who need to rest and recharge.
Ashland Campus: Room 309
New Richmond Campus: Library, Room 1304J
If the library is closed, please see Student Services for access
Rice Lake Campus: College Health Nurse Office, Room 106C
If the College Health Nurse office is closed, please see Student Services for access
Shell Lake Health Education Center: Room 213
Superior Campus: Student Services, Rom 103I
Privacy Room at the Rice Lake Campus.
Emergency Loans and Grants for Students
We understand that things happen, and we want to help you be successful as you navigate any unforeseen barriers or challenges. You may qualify for an emergency loan or grant to help you with finances. For more information, please connect with the Student Success Office or Counseling Services Office.
Jenna Casey
Student Success Coordinator
715.685.3035
Email Jenna
Pregnant & Parenting Student and Employee Stories
A Journey of Resilience and Triumph
Celebrate Northwood Tech graduate Cassi Hanson's achievements. The single mother and former school bus driver balanced family, work, and education to pursue her dream of an accounting degree, graduating with honors and securing a new job before graduation.
Contact Information
For more information about protections afforded to pregnant, parenting, and caregiving students and employees, please contact:
Amanda Gohde
Vice President, Talent & Culture
Title IX Coordinator
715.645.7042
Email Amanda
Tom Barbano
Director, Workforce Success
Deputy Title IX Coordinator
715.246.1804
Email Tom
