Request Account Changes

Summary

Use this request for changes to your Bowdoin account that Information Technology makes directly — such as a legal name change, an email display name change, or a professional alias.

When to Use This

Use this offering for changes such as:

  • Legal name change
  • Email display name change
  • Requesting a professional alias, or removing one
  • Other account attribute changes that IT handles

When NOT to Use This

Don't use this offering if:

  • You want to change your display or preferred name — that's done through Workday, not IT
  • You need a department or title change — those come from Human Resources through Workday and update your account automatically
  • You want to change how you appear in the online directory — use Online Directory Change
  • You can't sign in or need a password reset — use Sign-In & Account Access

Before You Submit

Have ready:

  • Your full name and/or username
  • The attribute to be updated — provide both the current value and the new value
  • An ideal time, during business hours, when you can sign out and back in so the change can take effect

What Happens Next

A technician reviews and applies the change, coordinating a sign-out/sign-in window with you where needed. Most account changes are resolved within 3–5 business days.