For detailed definitions and procedures for filing a complaint, please refer to the University's applicable Equal Opportunity & Non-Discrimination and Non-Retaliation policies.

Animals on Campus

Kentucky State is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and ensuring the health and safety of the campus community.

Service Animals: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, service animals are permitted in areas of campus open to the public as required by law.

Emotional Support and Assistance Animals: Animals that provide therapeutic or disability-related assistance but are not trained to perform a specific task may be permitted in University housing with prior approval through the University's designated accessibility process. Such animals are not generally permitted in other campus buildings.

Pets: The only pets permitted in University housing are fish in aquariums of 10 gallons or less. All other pets are prohibited unless approved as an accommodation or otherwise authorized by University policy.

Handlers are responsible for the control, care, and cleanup of their animals at all times.

For complete guidelines, handler responsibilities, and the approval process, please consult the University's applicable Animals on Campus Policy and the Housing Terms and Conditions.

Use of Motorized and Nonmotorized Devices Indoors

To promote a safe, accessible, and disruption-free environment for all members of the campus community, the use of motorized and nonmotorized personal transportation devices is prohibited inside Kentucky State University buildings unless otherwise approved as an accommodation for a documented disability.

• Prohibited Devices: Bicycles, skateboards, longboards, scooters, whether electric or manual, hoverboards, self-balancing devices, roller skates, inline skates, electric unicycles, and similar personal transportation devices are prohibited inside University buildings.
• Permitted Exceptions: Medically necessary mobility aids, such as wheelchairs, walkers, or crutches; University-owned equipment used by employees in the performance of official duties; and personal transportation devices approved through the Office of Accessibility and Disability Services as part of a documented disability accommodation are permitted indoors.

Students found in violation of this policy may be subject to disciplinary action under the Community Standards & Student Rights policy and Student Code of Conduct and may be held financially responsible for damage caused by the improper indoor use of such devices.

Campus Safety

Your safety is our priority. The Kentucky State University Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency operating 24 hours a day. In compliance with the Clery Act, the University