University Websites Policy

The university establishes a policy for the creation and management of all websites on the domains osu.edu, ohio-state.edu and osumc.edu.

The policy:

  • Defines how a website should be managed.
  • Establishes a Web Governance Council with oversight responsibilities of university websites, often in consultation with the Office of Legal Affairs. 
  • Mandates a university website registration process, including subdomain requests which are approved by the Office of Marketing and Communications.
  • Defines website content requirements, such as headers and footers.
  • Reinforces editorial style and brand guidelines for university websites, including the proper use of university logo and registered marks. 
  • Reinforces digital accessibility and security requirements for university websites.

Digital Inventory System of university websites

Web leads manage and maintain website records.

Searching the Digital Inventory

Find a university website through search.

Web Roles

Understand the roles necessary for managing a university website.

Web Council

The Web Council answers questions, considers petitions and manages changes to the web policy.

Web Standards and Guidelines

Learn more about best practices for websites.

Policy Resources

Forms

University Policies, policies.osu.edu

Additional Governance Documents

Additional Resources