This page is the entry point for all users of Terra Dotta. This page provides access to the various public and secure sections of Terra Dotta. You do not require a username and password to access this page.
The various sections of a typical home page are outlined in the following subsections:
Main Navigation Menu
Apart from a link to the home page, the navigation menu located at the top contains the following links:
Main Navigation Menu
Apart from a link to the home page, the navigation menu located at the top contains the following links:
Programs - You can use the Programs search to look for programs that meet your search criteria. You can also see a list of all available programs. This page provides access to information about the programs.
Staff - This page shows you a list of all staff members. It displays their role, and contact information, such as their email addresses and phone numbers. You can also access Staff Profile pages from this section.
Deadlines - This page displays a list of all the application deadlines and information about programs that are exceptions to the specified deadline requirements.
Customizable Navigation Menu
The navigation menu (located on the left in this example) is completely customizable by administrators with the Web Site Admin permissions. The links in this menu can be used to classify information for visitors to the Web site. The links can be to pages created in the Site Builder (Web site Admin) or to external web pages.
Customizable Navigation Menu
The navigation menu (located on the left in this example) is completely customizable by administrators with the Web Site Admin permissions. The links in this menu can be used to classify information for visitors to the Web site. The links can be to pages created in the Site Builder (Web site Admin) or to external web pages.
For example:
Getting Started - This page could provide information about accessing programs, getting a login, tips for browsing the Web site, brochure pages, and answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
Application Process - This page could provide a description of the different stages of the application process, and to the requirements for applying to a Study Abroad program.
Exchanges - This page could provide information about the various exchange programs with other educational institutions offered by your university.
Safety Abroad - This page could provide critical information about personal safety and health concerns, which is important information for every student planning to study abroad.
Advising - This page could provide information about academic credit system, transferring credits, and seeking advice from an academic advisor.
Scholarships - This page could display the names of past scholarship recipients, and information about scholarship programs.
Incoming students - This page could provide all the information that incoming exchange students need.
Note: You can completely customize this menu so, the university has the option of developing the Public Web site in-keeping with their specific needs and goals.
Announcements
Announcements are displayed on your site’s home page in an Announcement Box. The Announcement Box is an optional feature of TD and may be turned off on your institution Web site. The announcements, if enabled, are listed in chronological order with dates and other relevant details.
Login
Clicking the login link takes users to a login form where they can enter their user ID and password or request for it if they don’t already have one.