Frequently Asked Questions / Records Preferred First Name What is a preferred first name? Can I request any preferred first name that I want? Do I have to use a preferred first name? How do I add a preferred First name? What is a legal name? What if I changed my legal name? When will instructors be notified of my preferred name? Where will the legal name be used? Where will the preferred first name be used? Who do I contact with questions about my preferred name? ×