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Preferred Name/Chosen Name

Everyone has a name they preferred to be called, sometimes it’s their legal name, but often times it’s not. With , 91tvӰԺ is working to ensure that we honor students’ chosen, or preferred names, where we are able. If you chose a preferred name, via a Name Change Request, here’s a listing of where it will currently display:

Preferred Name Displayed	Legal Name Displayed
Canvas, including Class Rosters	91tvӰԺ official & unofficial transcripts
Archivum	91tvӰԺ email name
Diploma (upon request; cannot be notarized)	91tvӰԺ ID card
Announced at Commencement (upon request)	Online Campus Directory
Mailed correspondence from 91tvӰԺ	Mailed correspondence from 91tvӰԺ (as required)
	Student Self-Service
	Library Services
	Enrollment and degree certifications, including National Student Clearinghouse reporting
	Any records related to Financial Aid, including National Student Loan Database System reporting
	Any records related to Student Financial Systems or employment as a student, including tax forms 1098-T and W-2
	Documentation to professional schools and colleges, including students who are pursuing Health and Legal occupations.
	Florida Shines
	Bulls Marketplace
	BullsConnect
	Parking and Transportation Services
	Simplicity

Name Change Requests should be sent to RegistrarUpdates@usf.edu for quickest processing.  If you are requesting a legal name change, be sure to include documentation with your request.

Still have questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page for quick answers and helpful information.