Policies

Policies and Syllabus Statements

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    Nondiscrimination, Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy

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    Interim Sex and Gender Based Harassment Policy and Resolution Process听

    For allegations of sex discrimination and sex-based harassment occurring before Aug. 1, 2024, download the

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    Student Accessibility Services Policies and Procedures

    Student Accessibility Services Policies and Procedures (PDF)
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    Preferred First Name Policy

    Preferred First Name Policy

    I. Purpose and Scope

    海角大神 is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
    We recognize that faculty, staff, and students may use first names other than their legal first names to
    identify themselves. Except when an individual’s legal first name is required by law, policy, or business
    needs, current employees and current students may choose to be identified in some university systems by
    the preferred first name that they have designated in accordance with this policy.

    II. Definitions

    Preferred first name – An alternative to the individual’s legal first name.

    Legal name – A person’s legal first, middle (if applicable), and last name as it appears on official
    governmental documents such as licenses, passports, social security cards, birth certificates and tax forms.

    III. Policy

    Many members of the Detroit Mercy community use a first name that differs from their legal first name.
    Allowable preferred first name formats might include (but are not limited to):

    • A shortened derivative of a name (e.g. “Sue” for “Susan”)
    • A middle name instead of a first name
    • Initials (e.g., “AJ” with no punctuation)
    • A first name that is chosen to represent the individuals identity, (“Peter” instead of “Xingyu”)
    • A first name that better represents the individual’s gender identity
    • A first name to which the individual is in the process of legally changing

    Detroit Mercy will not accept a preferred first name that is vulgar, offensive, obscene, creates confusion
    with another individual, attempts to avoid legal obligation, or otherwise constitutes a misuse or abuse of
    this policy.

    Preferred first names will be used where reasonably possible in the course of University business and
    education. Some examples of where preferred first names may be used include but are not limited to:

    • Class and Grade Rosters in Banner
    • If a preferred first name exists in Banner it will be uploaded to Blackboard using the preferred first name
    • My Profile – Personal Information page preferred first name displays if on file
    • Office 365 – Request to ITS Helpdesk to change preferred first name displayed
    • University ID Card – Preferred first name change requires a card replacement fee

    Examples of where the preferred first name will not be used and where the legal name will appear include
    but are not limited to:

    • Financial Aid Documents
    • Employment Forms
    • Paychecks and Payroll Records
    • Tax Forms (W2/1095C/1098T/1099)
    • Billing and Financial Statements
    • University Transcripts
    • Diplomas
    • Immigration Documents
    • Enrollment Verifications
    • Legally Binding Contracts
    • Medical Documents/Health Records

    IV. Procedure to Submit a Preferred First Name

    Employees and students can enter a preferred first name in your My Profile - Personal Information tab at
    my.udmercy.edu. Preferred first name changes are subject to review. Please see section III above for a list
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