How to Add Your Name Pronunciation in Populi
Students are encouraged to add an audio pronunciation of their name in Populi so NIMAA instructors, staff, and support team members can address them correctly and respectfully. Providing your name pronunciation helps foster a welcoming and inclusive learning environment, supports clear communication, and ensures team members feel more confident when speaking with you during classes, advising appointments, and other interactions.
Steps to Add Your Name Pronunciation:
1. Log in to your Populi account.2. Select My Profile from the top navigation menu.3. On your profile page, click the drop-down arrow next to your name.4. Select Add Name Pronunciation.
5. In the Add Name Pronunciation window, choose one of the following options:
- Upload File - Upload a pre-recorded audio file of your name pronunciation.
- Record Audio - Record yourself saying your name directly in Populi (recommended).
6. After recording or uploading your audio, click Upload to save it.
Tips for Recording Your Name:
- Speak clearly and at a normal pace.
- Record in a quiet environment to reduce background noise.
- Include both your first and last name.
7. If you have done this successfully, a speaker icon will appear next to your name like this:
- If you click on it, you will see it flash and it will play the audio.
- If you do not like the way it sounds, you can click on your name again and choose "Remove Name Pronunciation" and repeat the steps above until you like it.
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