Chosen Name Change Policies:
Cedar Crest College recognizes the need or preference for members of the College community to refer to themselves by a first name other than their legal first name. As long as the use of this name is not intended for the purposes of avoiding legal obligations or for misrepresentation, the College acknowledges that a chosen name /Campus name, can be used where possible in the course of College business and education.
Only the first name may be designated to appear as a Chosen name, in systems which can accommodate it. The person’s Chosen name may be used in College communications and informational materials except where the use of the legal name is required by College business or legal need. Not all College information systems, databases, and processes may be able to display a preferred name, and many uses require display of the legal name; therefore, individuals who utilize a preferred name within College systems should always be prepared to reference their legal name and provide corresponding identification when necessary.
Please refer to the full chosen name policy for reference