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Rochester Core theme updates |
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Now available |
Testimonial component |
Our new testimonial component lets you share quotes and stories from students, alumni, faculty, and staff with audiences in a high-impact way. |
| Experience the new testimonial component » |
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Coming soon |
RSS feed component |
This component will let you create a feed of posts and stories from other WordPress websites. We’re working on a brand-new design and tech approach, so stay tuned! |
| Preview the RSS feed component » |
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submit ideas |
Input wanted: Page title component |
The next enhancement on our roadmap is the page title section of Rochester Core. We're asking you to share your feedback, ideas, or wish list items for this component. |
| Share your thoughts » |
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Spotlight |
Rochester Core in action |
Check out how Office of the Vice President for Research uses the Rochester Core components to help drive the University’s cutting-edge research efforts. |
| Office of the Vice President for Research » |
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Rochester Core powers 87 University sites,
which account for 22,007 pages. |
Rochester Core is the parent theme for 48% of all published University WordPress sites. If you’re interested in using the theme, contact University Marketing and Communications. |
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INTERACTION DESIGN FOUNDATION |
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Strategically using colors can prevent unwanted user actions and create more intuitive user experiences. |
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MEDIUM |
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Using white space effectively can improve readability, help focus attention, and create a clean, organized website. |
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SMASHING MAGAZINE |
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The more inclusive you are to the needs of your users, the more accessible your design will be. |
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uxmag |
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There’s a growing trend of monochromatic color schemes, driven by shifts towards minimalism and simplicity. |
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Training resources and opportunities |
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Unraveling the customer journey |
📌 Virtual Webinar 🗓️ Thursday, August 15 Learn how to make sense of dozens of chaotic customer segments by consolidating them into a handful of personas based on quantifiable data |
| Register and learn more » |
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Introduction to PDF accessibility |
📌 Live + Virtual Training Session 🗓️ Wednesday, August 28 Discover the essentials of PDF accessibility, including setting up Acrobat Pro, converting source documents into accessible PDFs, and remediating complex elements like tables. |
| Learn more and sign up » |
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Rochester Core training in MyPath |
A WordPress administration course is available to all University staff members in MyPath. The course includes 21 chapters on best practices and how to use components in the Rochester Core WordPress theme. The training can be found by searching for 'WordPress' in MyPath. Check out the on-demand guides. |
| Access the training on MyPath » |
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Editorial style guide |
This guide helps the University community ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency for writing across all publications—including websites. |
| Review the style guide » |
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Have a great month, Rochester. |
You’ll receive the next edition of The Core Report in September. |
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