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Name Change

A student wishing to change his/her name for the purposes of their student record has two options as set out within University Regulations. These two options are outlined below.

A student wishing to change his/her name for use within the Division of Human Resources or Alumni Relations & Development must contact these areas separately.

1. Requests to Change Students' Names on Academic Records:

Students who wish to change their name used for official registration purposes are required to provide 2 pieces of acceptable documentation (as outlined below) including photo identification reflecting the change request. The name will appear on all official academic records, unless otherwise specified (see option #2 below).

2. Request to Change Students' Names on Degree Diplomas:

Students who wish to include a variation of their complete name for the purpose of their printed degree are required to complete the form indicated below. The name variation for the printed degree will be retained as part of the student's permanent record and displayed separately on official transcripts with the degree conferral information.

For further information regarding either name change process or to print off the Name Change Request Form please use the following link:

Download the Name Change Request Form here

Completed forms should be signed and returned to:

Mail or Fax:
Student Records
Room 1120
Western Student Services Building
London, On
N6A 3K7
Fax: 519-661-3388

In Person:
Student Central
Room 1120
Western Student Services Building

Please note: Any future degree verification or transcript MUST reflect the name used for Official Registration Purposes (see option # 1 above)

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