Web Page Elements: Body

The Web page body may vary based on the purpose of the page. This guideline is intended for typical Web pages. It is recognized that some communication needs or Web-based applications may require modifications to this guideline. Please contact Web Communications for more information.




1) Header Image. This area can be used to showcase your offerings to students, faculty, donors, or other potential audiences. Promotional elements are typically relegated to the front door of a site and on major landing pages (like a department landing page).


2) Site Navigation. The green horizontal navigation bar is specific to each Web site and should be located on all pages.

3) Page/Local Navigation. The left "sidebar" navigation is area specific within a given site.


4) Main Content Area.


5) Periperal Content Area. Areas to the left, right, top and bottom of the main content area may serve many puposes, including news feeds, promotional elements, event listings, polls, etc.