College of the Desert students may now have their chosen name appear on class rosters within Canvas, COD student photo ID card (upon request to Office of Student Life), and communications from the District.
College of the Desert is required to use legal names on all legal documents. This includes but is not limited to; transcripts, degrees/certificates, billing, enrollment verification, or financial aid disbursements.
Students may either complete the form below or add their chosen name through their student Self-Service portal.
Students may also utilize the Advocate Letter to assist having this conversation with their class faculty.