To ensure a modern, engaging, and efficient web experience, UTRGV websites should leverage dynamic features in Cascade that integrate with centralized systems and reflect real-time updates. These features reduce manual maintenance, improve consistency, and enhance user experience.
Directory and Profile Integration
- Cascade content editors should use the centralized UTRGV directory system to display faculty and staff profiles.
- Faculty and staff profiles should include name, title, department, contact information, and optionally, a short bio or research interests.
- Avoid duplicating directory data manually. Instead, work with WCS to ensure proper integration and formatting.
Emeriti Faculty Listing
Standards for emeriti faculty listings are currently under review. Publishing listings of emeriti faculty is discouraged at this time.
Faculty Data
- Faculty information (e.g., credentials, research areas, publications) should be pulled from approved sources such as Faculty Success.
- Ensure data is current and reviewed regularly in collaboration with the Office of Faculty Affairs.
News and Events Integration
- Use the UTRGV Events Calendar to share event information with the public.
- In Cascade, use the "Localist events" section type to auto-populate events on your site. This ensures consistency and reduces duplication.
- Coordinate with UMC for news stories to be featured on the university's central news platform and embedded on departmental pages.