Where can I go for help?
If you can't find what you need on this Web site, contact the Web Presence Team via e-mail at webpresence@sc.edu. They will be glad to try to answer any further questions about the process. If you need someone to design and build a site for you from scratch, there are resources on campus such as the Contractual Services Group.

Who is responsible for the content of University Web sites?
The University Advancement and University Technology Services are responsible for the content on the University homepage (www.sc.edu), as well as the directory pages (Future Students, Colleges and Schools, etc.) that initially link off the home page. Individual Web masters within USC colleges, schools, and departments are responsible for the content on their sites. The Step-by-Step Guide discusses ways of keeping content fresh and addresses content responsibility.

Where can I get photos and art?
University Publications maintains a limited library of campus scenes, faculty and staff portraits, and general University images. You may request images via e-mail at webpresence@sc.edu. USC's Office of University Instructional Services can provide custom images. Call 777-3260 for more information on cost and services offered.

Where can I see examples of redesign ideas?
The USC Web Presence is designed to be a flexible system while maintaining a consistent University identity. The greatest amount of flexibility is available inside the content area, and the Style Gallery illustrates some of the variations in the presentation of sites using the original template. Please note that some of the images illustrate pages that are live while others represent acceptable variations and design concepts.

How do I know if I am in compliance?
Currently, the Web Presence Team from University Technology Services and University Publications can review sites for design and technical compatibility; e-mail webpresence@sc.edu. In all cases, your text should follow the conventions in the University's Editorial Style Guide. From the design perspective, team members will check for things like the proper use of type (typographic style sheets are built into the template), color, spacing, and the overall appearance of the site. The design review may also offer suggestions for photos and organization, but will not alter the general content of the page. This review process is intended to be helpful and is performed with the University's overall Web Presence in mind.

The technical review checks to make sure the template system is used. Links are spot-checked to make sure there are no dead ends for the user. Source code will be checked to ensure the critical parts of the template are maintained. This review is always done before a site goes live and can be done at different stages of progress as the site is being built and questions arise. It is recommended that sites be designed "behind the scenes" on a separate server to avoid public access during this production phase. Once final approval is given, the site can go live.

Please be aware that the review will take time. The Web Presence Team has many other committments, but will do their best to complete your review in a timely manner.