Preferred Name Change

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This document details the process for a preferred name change.

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***NOTE: This process is available to only staff and faculty. It will not work for students.***


1. Sign into MyUW.

2. Launch the Personal Information app.

3. Select "Name," then your current name.

4. The option to select a preferred name is the fourth tab from the bottom. If you edit that slot and select "Save" it will update in all locations.

5. Then reach out to HR for them to switch your display name to your preferred name. 

***NOTE: It may take one or two full days for the preferred name change to update everywhere.***

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Article ID: 829
Created
Tue 10/8/24 1:33 PM
Modified
Tue 10/8/24 2:23 PM
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This document details the process for a preferred name change.