Preferred Name Change

A preferred name is a name a student wishes to be known by at San Joaquin Delta College that is different from the student's legal name (i.e. the name that appears on your birth certificate, passport, U.S. Social Security Card or driver’s license).

Any admitted or current student may request a preferred name that will be displayed in every manner possible, including instructors’ class lists, grade rosters, your schedule of classes, campus ID cards, unofficial and official transcripts, and diplomas, among other records.

How to Request a Preferred Name Change

A preferred name change can be requested once a student ID number has been issued. To change the personal name that displays in campus systems, follow these steps:

  1. Log into MyDelta
  2. Click on the “Profile” tile 
  3. Under “Personal Details” click on the “Preferred Name” box 
  4. Edit to your preferred name 
  5. Make sure to click “Save” in the upper right-hand corner when finished 

Note: Please allow up to 2-5 business days for your updated name to be displayed.

 

Preferred Name Frequently Asked Questions
Where will my preferred name appear after the request is processed?

Your preferred name will be used in every manner possible, as reflected in state and federal law. This includes the following areas:

  • Instructors’ class lists
  • Grade rosters
  • Student schedule of classes
  • Online student registration
  • Course management systems such as Canvas, Etudes, or Blackboard
  • Campus identification cards
  • Unofficial and official transcripts
  • Diplomas

Your preferred name request will also be used to replace your current Delta College student email account display name.

How do I change my Mustang Pass?

You may get a Mustang Pass with your preferred name on it by taking a print out of your Schedule of Classes that reflects your preferred name to the ASDC Office and following the procedures for obtaining a Mustang Pass. For pricing and hours of service, visit Associated Students Delta College (ASDC) home page.

Where will my legal name still be used?

Delta College will continue to use your legal name only if necessary to meet a legal mandate.

Are there any restrictions on my preferred name?

Your preferred name may be any name allowed if you were making a formal legal name change within the state of California. Any preferred name change request denied by the director of Admissions and Records may be appealed to the superintendent/president.

Please note that a preferred name may not be used for any illegal purpose, such as misrepresentation or fraud.

How long will this take?

Please allow up to 2-5 business days for your updated name to be displayed.

Changing Preferred Pronouns

Preferred pronouns are the gender pronouns a student wishes to be addressed by at San Joaquin Delta College. 

 

How to Edit Your Pronouns

Admitted and current students may edit their pronouns once a student ID number has been issued. To change the pronouns that display in campus systems, follow these steps.

1. Log in to your MyDelta homepage.
2. Select the "Profile" tile.
3. Under the "Personal Details" section, click the "Biographic" tab.
4. Select the "Gender Identity and Expression" menu item. Then "Pronouns."
5. A window will appear with a drop-down menu. Click it to view the list of available pronouns to select from.
6. Click the "Save" button when finished.

Note: Please allow up to 2-5 business days for your updated pronouns to be displayed.

Student Guide

 

For Faculty and Staff: How to View Student Pronouns

Faculty:

1. Go to the "Faculty Homepage" and click on the "Faculty Center" tile.
2. Then click on any of the Class Roster images highlighted below. You will see the Pronouns listed below for each student if they entered them.

Faculty Guide

Staff:

1. Go to the "Admission & Records Homepage" and click on the "Student Customer Service" tile.
2. Enter a Student ID or search by one of the fields below.
3. After entering one of the fields and clicking "Search", you will be brought to the "Student Customer Service Center." Click on the "General Info" tab.
4. Then click on the "Personal Data" link. You will see the Pronouns listed here if a student has entered it.

Staff Guide