Web Templates

Every effort was made to keep the templates simple and easy to use; however, some basic knowledge of XHTML, Photoshop, and an HTML editor, such as Dreamweaver, is needed to set up your Web site. HTML, Photoshop, and Dreamweaver courses are offered on the Twin Cities campus through the University Technology Training Center.

The templates are coded with XHTML. See various Coding Comments to make sure you're using the code properly.

Note: You cannot change the doctype from XHTML to HTML when using the templates—this kind of change will break the pages.

Web template elements

The anatomy of the templates; a breakdown of what's required and what's recommended, including HTML coding comments. Read more.

Web template downloads

Includes all HTML, template header graphics, and a Photoshop document for designing your Web site's graphic heading. Read more.

Web template samples

See what they look like.

Web templates in UMContent

Both table-based and all-CSS Web templates are available in UMContent—the University's content management system.

See the UMContent pages for tips for developers and designers when using the template elements within UMContent.

Web templates, U identity, and strategic positioning

The 2007 update of the University Web templates features the addition of Driven to Discover in the template header. As you develop new sites, be sure to incorporate this header with the Driven to Discover graphic that links back to the Driven to Discover site.

Who is using the templates?

Links to University sites that correctly use the Web templates.

Add your site to the list

E-mail a link to your site and we'll add it to the list.