Animals on Campus Policy
Policies Americans with Disabilities Act Policy Animals on Campus Policy Affirmative Action - Equal Opportunity Policy Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy (Employees) Preferred Name Policy Sexual Misconduct Policy (Title IX)
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Purpose and Scope
This policy applies to all individuals bringing an animal on West Chester University (WCU) property. WCU does not permit animals in University buildings, facilities, vehicles, or on University grounds except as described in this policy. The University remains committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive educational, working, and living environment for people of all abilities. Therefore, WCU allows animals in its buildings, vehicles, or facilities when they are serving a University-approved purpose, or meet the definition of Service Animals, Service Animal in Training, Emotional Support Animals, or Therapy Animals as provided in this policy.
Policy Statement
Except as otherwise provided in this policy, animals may not enter any: (a) campus building, facility, or University vehicle, including all office, residence, and educational buildings; (b) enclosed or delineated outdoor athletic or recreational facility; or (c) officially reserved or scheduled outdoor events on campus.