Global Address List (a.k.a. GAL) /Directory

Updated: August 17, 2009

What is the GAL?

The Global Address List (GAL) in Exchange is similar to the directory that you've used in most email programs, however the GAL provides not just your name, email addresses, mailing addresses, and phone numbers, it also provides lists of resources like rooms and equipment. The GAL currently contains the following information about you:

• Your Name
• Your Primary Office Mailing Address
• Your Primary Office Phone Number
• Your Notre Dame Email Address
• Your Primary Department
• Your Primary Position Title

The information in the GAL is only available to others within the Notre Dame Exchange service. It is not made public to the world.

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How do I change my display name in the GAL?

Your display name in the GAL is determined by the settings in your personal EDS directory entry. To change this information:

1. Sign in to eds.nd.edu/login with your NetID and password. Your personal directory entry will be displayed.
2. If you want your name in the directory to appear differently (e.g., Joe Smith instead of Joseph Smith), click the Edit button near the top left of the page.
3. In the first Formal Nickname field, enter your preferred name as you would like it to appear in the directory (e.g., Joe or Joe Smith). Remember – your nickname may not contain commas or periods, and if your nickname does not contain your last name (what is listed as your family name in your EDS entry), it will automatically be appended to the end of your nickname in the directory. If your nickname does contain your last name, it will NOT be appended to the end.
4. Click the Save Changes button near the top right of the page.
5. You will return to your personal directory entry.

If your last name is not correct in your EDS entry, please make sure you have first contacted Human Resources, and after they have corrected the information in the HR system, please contact the OIT Help Desk to request that your EDS entry be updated.

When will student and other email addresses by in the GAL?

Student email addresses and departmental accounts are now part of the GAL. Search for them, as you would search for any other address.