Carleton Launches Updated Process for Identifying Chosen Names

Carleton has launched an updated Chosen Name process, which is available to all staff, faculty and students via Carleton Central. This new approach improves how chosen first names are managed and displayed, providing a streamlined mechanism for individuals to specify their chosen first name for use across university systems and communications platforms.

The updated process is a leading approach among Canadian post-secondary institutions and reflects Carleton’s ongoing commitment to equity and inclusion.

Legal names will only appear where legally required, such as on tax documents, official transcripts and other legally binding documents. Individuals who have already specified a chosen first name through the former Carleton Central application do not need to take additional action as this information has been migrated to the new system.

The launch of this new process coincides with renewal of the Change of Name Policy, which was approved by the Senior Management Committee in April.

Visit the Department of Equity and Inclusive Communities website https://carleton.ca/equity/chosen-name/ for more information on the Chosen Name process. If you have a question or encounter an issue, contact equity@carleton.ca.