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WordPress Request Form

This form is for University of Rochester employees to request a new WordPress website. All websites approved through this process are University property and must follow all University policies, standards, and guidelines. A successful website starts with strategy and planning. Before reaching out to request a website, there are many factors to consider: business rationale and objectives, strategic priorities, scope, available resources to support and maintain the website for its lifecycle, and long-term governance to ensure compliance and quality. All applications will be reviewed and evaluated by University IT and University Marketing and Communications. A follow-up meeting may be required to complete the application process. If you would like to discuss the website project before applying, email digitalcomms@rochester.edu to request a consultation with University Marketing and Communications.

Applicant Information

To apply for a website, you must be a University employee and have approval from your supervisor and the senior leader of the sponsor organization. Note: A copy of this request will be emailed to the applicant and the applicant’s manager.
Name(Required)
Manager's name(Required)

Sponsor Organization

All University websites must have senior leadership sponsorship (president, provost, vice provost, dean, vice president, or senior executive.) The sponsor aligns website strategy to support the University's strategic goals, and is responsible for ensuring website quality and maintenance through its lifecycle.

Business Purpose and Objectives

Describe the business purpose and objectives for this website and the value it will bring to the University. Examples include: marketing and reputation, student services, employee services, risk mitigation, change management, and business operations.

Audience

The primary audience aligns with business objectives. There should be clear and measurable outcomes for an audience group to be considered primary.
Is this website primarily for an internal or external audience?(Required)
Internal audiences (select all that apply)(Required)
External audiences (select all that apply)(Required)

Web Address (URL)

University Marketing and Communications in consultation with University IT will advise on URL domain and structure.

Additional Comments

Share any additional information that should be considered for this application. Please include below or attach as a document.

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