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VMI Could Lose Aid Over Pregnancy Policy

The Virginia Military Institute (VMI) could lose “millions” in federal aid if it enacts its new resolution that will force the resignation of any female cadet who becomes pregnant and any male cadet who impregates a woman, on or off-campus. Justice Department sources have told the Kaiser Family Foundation that the policy is in direct violation of Title IX, the federal law governing federal aid for higher education.

More on the VMI policy: VMI Plans to Dismiss Pregnant Cadets

Sources:

Kaiser Daily Reproductive Health Report - July 5, 2001

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