How do I change my preferred name and pronouns?
- Login to myUC
- Click on the name located in the top right corner of the page, then click on "My Profile" from the drop-down
- Underneath the legal name section, click on the "Other Names" box and fill in your name
- Tick the "Preferred Name" checkbox
- Below the name section, you will find the Pronouns and Gender Identity sections.
- Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click "Update Profile"
Lots of people miss this step, so double check you’ve done it before you close the page.
How do I change my legal name?
The process to legally change your own name or gender marker can be found on the New Zealand Government website.
- Information on changing your name: Change your own name | New Zealand Government
- Information on changing your gender marker: Changing your gender | New Zealand Government
Our team of UC Rainbow Advisors can help you navigate this process.
How can I update my legal name with UC?
Once you changed your legal name, we can change it in the UC system too.
Bring your new birth certificate or name change certificate to Te Pātaka on Level 3, Puaka James-Hight, where the Student Services team can help.
How do I change my Canterbury Card?
Your Canterbury Card is your Student ID for all things UC and your ticket to those sweet student discounts!
Once you have updated your details with UC (see above processes), you can update your Canterbury Card. It’s free and easy to change!
Email UC Rainbow Student Support (rainbow@canterbury.ac.nz) with:
- The subject line ‘Canterbury Card'
- Confirm that you have changed your myUC details
- Tell us your Student ID Number and the first and last names you’d like used on the card
- Let us know whether or not you want a new photo
A Rainbow Advisor will contact the Security Team who issue Canterbury Cards and they’ll let you know when your new Canterbury Card is ready.
