Marketing and Media Design

I don't have a web site How can I request one?
You may modify or create new web pages by emailing the LMC Web Administrator or calling extention 3420. If you have many updates that are required or if you would like to be in charge of maintaining your own site it is advised that you use Adobe Contribute to ensure speedy and correct web site maintenance. It is adviced however that you consult with the web administrator on best practice for creating ADA complient websites and to ensure that individually managed wb pages keep the branding of the main college website.

What are the design guidelines for the LMC web site?
The LMC site has a very tight design standard that all pages must adhere to. Design direction is the responsibility of the Marketing and Media Design Department. We do however make every effort to accommodate all client requests when we design and build your web pages. If unsure please contact the LMC Web Administrator or read the LMC web site policy.

When should I update my web site?
You can request updates to your web site at anytime. All web pages should be updated at the beginning of each semester. Periodically, the web administrator will review the entire site for outdated links, outdated pages, ADA compliance, etc. but ultimately the accuracy of content is up to each individual department.

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How do I update the web pages myself?
If you anticipate that you will be doing a lot of updates to your web page on the LMC web site such as many workshops or club activities you may want to consider using a product called Adobe Contribute. Contribute is an application that can be installed on your computer and allows you to maintain the content on your web page. If you decide that you like this product there is special pricing for educational discount from the LMC bookstore. Please note that after your department purchases the software the IT department should be the one to install it for you. After that you must notify the web administrator and she will walk you through the process of updating your site. Note that you may qualify for a free copy of Contribute if your department does not already have working copy. If you think this is the case please contact the marketing director to ask how you may qualify for a copy or if you need to find some funding for the software.

I want to put my curriculum online. How should I do this?
Before putting your curriculum online you may want to consider using our course management system called BlackBoard. This system requires you to put a name and password in to access your content. The user must be a registered student of your class to see your content versus on the main LMC website the world can see your content. For that reason you may want to evaluate the level of privacy you want for your material. It is recommended that you contact the LMC Blackboard System Administrator about getting your class content online.

What do I do if there is a broken link LMC web site?
Contact the web administrator immediately. Pages get moved around and sometimes the links that are linked to them are overlooked. We don't want any broken links on the LMC web site so please email and state exactly what page you were looking for and the full URL starting with the http:// and where you saw the link. Please do not assume that the marketing department is aware of any problems with the site.

I can't access the LMC web site?
If you normally have no trouble accessing the site but are now experiencing trouble please email the web administrator immediately or call 439-2181 x 3420

I can't access webadvisor?
The WebAdvisor link is located various places on the LMC web site such as under the A-Z listing located under the navigation menu at the top of the page. If you would like the direct link to faculty listing you can access that through a link on the intranet page located on the left hand side of the page.

I can't access my email?
The web administrator is seperate from the IT department. If you do not yet have an email account then call the district office help desk at x1234 and request one be set up for you. If you are trying to access web based email from at home then the address is http://lapis.losmedanos.edu

Policy for the Los Medanos Web Pages:

The purpose of this policy is to describe the visual elements that are required for all official Los Medanos College web pages.

Given the importance of the Web as a vehicle for communication and commerce with external and internal audiences, style guidelines for the college's web publications are necessary to ensure quality, provide ease of use, facilitate the identification of users, and to protect the integrity of Los Medanos College's image.

Because the Web is evolving so quickly, and because of the unique needs of the many units that develop web pages, it is the intent of this policy to provide style guidelines that allow maximum flexibility and creativity in design, while also ensuring continuity among the various web pages of the college.

The Los Medanos College Web site is the property of Los Medanos College. As such, Los Medanos College will be responsible for the content, development, creation and approval of its Web site.
Each Los Medanos College Web page (and link) will be related to the mission of the College.
Web page content will be associated with an existing Los Medanos College program, department or official shared governance group. The appropriate administrator or governance unit leadership will be responsible for
• each Web page’s content, appropriateness, accuracy, currency and maintenance.
• the submission, review, approval and removal of Web page content.
• ensuring enforcement of copyright permissions and information display laws.
• submitting approved Web pages to the College’s Webmaster in the appropriate format for posting to the Los Medanos College Web Site.
The College Director of Marketing will be responsible for news items, certain special event pages and the content of the home page.
Approved Web pages will meet the Access Guidelines for Students with Disabilities
The College Webmaster will provide Web-page design and development guidance and assistance.
While units are free to develop or modify their own sites, the Marketing Department will be responsible for ensuring adherence to the guidelines contained the College's web style guide as outlined in this web site policy.
All web pages/sites must contain the name of the department or person responsible for content.
Content Managers should determine if information they wish to post already exists on district or college web pages, and if so, link to it.
Web sites/pages must be accessible. If unsure check with the LMC webmaster on access ability standards.
All home web sites and pages should contain an address section with name and e-mail address of responsible party, as well as the date of last revision. It is recommended that units ensure that questions receive a reply within 24-hours during the normal workweek.
The homepage of each web site must link to the disclaimer.
Note: Non-LMC personnel should not be given access to LMC's web site.
Unofficial web sites/pages must contain the following disclaimer on the first page of the web site:
“ This unofficial web site or page is maintained and owned by (enter your name here). Content provided does not reflect the views or opinions of the Contra Costa Community College District, Comments about the content of this site should be directed to the web site owner at : (enter your e-mail address).”