WEB COMMUNICATIONS

Web Communications (Web Comm) is part of Global Marketing and Communications. We:

• Manage and develop the top-level pages of the Northwestern website;
• Approve departmental requests for space on the University's main server;
• Consult and/or assist with design and development of web pages for Northwestern schools and administrative offices;
• Perform research and analysis through site reviews, usability testing, online surveys, web traffic analysis, card sorting exercises, and link tracking;
• Provide training in site maintenance, WCMS, PlanIt Purple;
• Maintain and disseminate University web standards;
• Explore new and changing web-related technologies; and
• Lead and oversee the activities of the University's Web Steering Committee.

Web Communications also provides administration and development for:

• University Web Content Management System (WCMS)
• University search engine
• PlanIt Purple online calendar
• Department/Office Directory
• Interactive maps
• Mobile applications

Work With Us

We are available to assist University units with design of websites. 

Initiate a Project Request

Offices that undertake their own projects or use outside services should communicate the University’s web style guide to all individuals involved in website design and maintenance.