Building a consistent, accessible, and user-friendly digital presence across multiple university departments starts with the right foundation. For our new Student Affairs theme, we have streamlined page structures to remove complexity and prioritize the end-user experience.
Our design philosophy
The web page templates linked below have been rebuilt from the ground up with three goals in mind:
- Accessibility first: Every layout is optimized for screen readers and keyboard navigation.
- Editorial ease: A simplified backend so your team can focus on content, not troubleshooting layouts.
- Visual consistency: Ensuring a unified “look and feel” across all university divisions while allowing for departmental flexibility.
Explore the template library
The links below will take you to a live demonstration for each page template. The templates describe best use cases and editorial tips to help you decide which option best serves your content needs.
| Page template | Best for… |
|---|---|
| Hero Featured Image with Sidebar | Main navigation hubs that lead to multiple subsections. |
| Hero Featured Image Full Width | High-impact entry points without internal subpages. |
| Subpage with Sidebar: No Image | Direct, information-heavy interior pages. |
| Subpage Full Width: No Image | Long-form reading, data tables, and distraction-free content. |
| Subpage with Sidebar: Featured Image | Thematic interior pages that benefit from visual storytelling. |
A note on standalone pages
If you are creating a page that exists outside your main sitemap structure, like a one-off event registration or a hidden landing page, you can use any of the templates above. However, we recommend one of the subpage templates to ensure a consistent experience for the end user.