2025 Web Redesign Transition

New website templates are being introduced for 2025. Not all information in the UMB Website Manual has been updated yet, and may still refer to the pre-2025 templates.

Do you want to create a new website on umaryland.edu? The first step to a successful website is having a plan for your website. This ensures that your website sends the right message and reaches the right audiences. If you need help planning or building your website, you can always reach out to communicationsweb@umaryland.edu.

Identify Your Audience

Knowing who your audience is will help shape the design, tone, and content of your website.

Find Your Audience

Setting Goals For Your Website

Defining your goals ensures your website supports both your office’s needs and your users’ expectations.

Set Your Goals

Creating Your Website Structure

Once you’ve defined your audience and goals, the next step is to organize your content in a way that’s easy to navigate, search-friendly, and meaningful to your users.

Create Your Website's Structure