Because names and pronouns matter
The Identity Project is a student-driven, Institute-wide initiative that upgraded CalArts’ technological infrastructure to both honor and align with the diverse identities of all students, staff and faculty.
Students, faculty and staff may often choose to use names, pronouns and gender identities that are not in line with their legal documentation. Through both our technological systems and daily usage, CalArts is supporting and honoring all community members through this project. Software systems used across campus on a daily basis incorporate chosen name, chosen pronoun and gender identity.
To update name, pronoun, or gender in CalArts records, current students can log in to HubHelper to access the Chosen Name and Gender Identity forms.
Uses of chosen and legal names
Because of legal requirements, there are instances and documents where a legal name must be used. Here’s a quick breakdown between the two categories:
Chosen name used
- CalArts email address
- CalArts photo ID
- Class roster
- Course catalog
- Degree audit
- Graduation materials
- Hub username
- Mentor reports and graduation reviews
- Staff directory
Legal name used
- Diploma (unless requested by the student)
- Financial aid documents
- Health insurance cards
- Immigration documents
- Official transcripts
- Paychecks/reimbursement checks
- Purchase Cards (PCARDS) and statements
- Retirement plans
- Tax documents
Pronouns
She/he/they/ze/name are pronouns CalArts will use in all software systems.
- She/Her/Hers
- He/Him/His
- They/Them/Their
- Ze/Hir/Hirs
- Ze/Zir/Zirself
- Use my name as pronoun
For a quick lesson in usage, please visit the Trans Student Education Resource website.