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Beatrix: Adding the Correct Suffixes to Your Name

November 13, 2022

Information on adding degrees and other suffixes to your name on profile pages.

There are three kinds of suffixes you may add to your name as displayed on your profile page - family, academic or professional.

  1. Family suffixes: Options include Jr., Sr., II etc. The system accomodate up to six generations, John Doe, VI!
  2. Academic suffixes: To enter your academic degrees after your name, you must go to your Education page and add the degree, department, institution, and dates for the degree. You may then include the suffix in your display name. This information will also be included in your CV.
  3. Professional Suffixes: Use this option to add certifications such as ABPP, ACHPN, BME and more.

      Submitted by Denise Meyer on November 14, 2022