Campus Life

Keeping your information up to date ensures you receive important college communications, access to services, and official records that reflect your preferences and identity. Below are the steps to update your address, your parents' address, or change your name.

Change Your Address (Or Your Parents’ Address)

Students must have their legal home permanent address in their student record which is generally documented through a driver’s license or state ID. The legal home permanent address is defined as the fixed and permanent home address typically used for legal purposes. For most students, this is also the home of the parent or guardian with whom you reside when classes are not in session.

Parent addresses are maintained in the student’s record. Unless otherwise notified, Westminster College assumes the address of both parents matches the legal home permanent address of the student. An different address for one or more parent may be provided via the New Student Information checklist or by requesting a change as outlined below.

Request a Change of Address

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To request an address change:

1. Visit the Student Affairs Office in person.
2. Bring your driver’s license or other government issued photo ID which shows your new address.
3. Let them know you’d like to update your Home Address or add the address of a second parent.
4. They’ll guide you through the process and update internal systems.

 

Change Your Name

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Westminster College recognizes that names are deeply personal and can be a powerful part of individual identity. The College supports the use of both Campus Names and Legal Names in alignment with institutional and federal requirements. Please read our detailed Name Policy to be sure you understand all implications and considerations related to name changes.

Request a Campus Name Change

A Campus Name is the name you commonly use and wish to be recognized by in daily campus life. Examples include using your middle name as your first name, selecting a name that reflects your gender identity, or reflecting family dynamics.

To request a Campus Name change:

5. Visit the Student Affairs Office in person.
6. Let them know you’d like to update your Campus Name.
7. They’ll guide you through the process and update internal systems.

Once updated, your Campus Name will appear on class rosters, email, your Titan Card, and graduation materials.

Request a Legal Name Change

To change your Legal Name in college records (e.g., due to marriage or a court order):

1. Visit the Student Affairs Office in person.
2. You must provide official documentation, such as:
• A government-issued photo ID
• Social security card
• Court order
• Passport

Once processed, your Legal Name will appear on official records such as:

• Financial aid forms
• Transcripts
• Tax documents
• Paychecks