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The masthead includes options for selecting how your want your department or unit name displayed on the site, including an option to include customized buttons in the site header.

Overview of the Masthead

The new templates include several design options for customization - before building your site, it is recommended that you choose which base style (crimson or white background) you would like to use for your site header. The masthead contains four main areas:

  • The Global Navigation - The global navigation is a page element that is required for all NMSU websites. It includes important links and the dropdown search field.

  • Logo and Site Name - You can the option to customize what is presented in above your site name. Include the name of the university or create a hierarchy and list the reporting department or college.

  • Call-to-Action (CTA) Buttons - You have the option to include buttons to highlight important actions you want your audience to take.

  • Top Navigation - Your primary site navigation.

Build the Masthead

  1. Go to the _Site Configuration Folder.

  2. Select the Masthead Setup block.

  3. Click Edit.

  4. Include your site name and select the Yes option of you would like to include your College or Reporting Unit as part of your masthead. If you select the No option, the university name will appear above your site name.

  5. Select Preview Draft.

  6. Click Submit.

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