Gender and LGBTQ+ Resources

Pronouns for Students

Students can use the campus portal to set pronouns online. You will be asked to list your pronouns in sections categorized as: Subjective, Objective, and Possessive. If you use one set of pronouns you can list each pronoun accordingly. For example, if you use “he” pronouns you would input “he” as the subjective, “him” as the objective, and “his” as the possessive. If you use multiple pronouns, then the subject, object, and possessive categories can be disregarded and you can list your pronouns in the order that best suits you. For example, if you use both “she” pronouns and “they” pronouns, you can list “she” as the subjective and “they” as the objective, and leave the possessive blank. Additionally, if you use multiple pronouns and have more preference for one pronoun over others, we encourage you list that pronoun first in the subjective category.

Pronouns can be updated anytime and changes will be reflected in university systems that support pronouns within 24 hours. Examples of such systems include class rosters, Canvas, and PeopleSoft.

Name Changes for Employees  

It is possible to have certain CSUF employee identification reflect an employee's requested name change (i.e. email, campus directory, business cards, name badge, etc.). Employees should work with their supervisor/manager to make these changes. An employee's name and pronouns should be honored among colleagues and are important to fostering an inclusive environment.

Employees may request a TitanCard featuring their preferred first name without having to provide documentation related to a legal name change. Information for how to do this is available on the  Preferred First Name page for employees.

All employees must use their legal name listed in their official documents presented to Human Resources at the start of employment. Employees who want to change their legal name within the CSUF system can bring official documentation to the Payroll office in College Park 700.  

Pronouns for Employees

Faculty and staff may enter their pronouns, which will appear in certain Canvas areas. Go to the Faculty / Staff Pronouns Guide for more information on this.