Websites

A new website for MSU’s Counseling Center was launched by DECS on December 11, 2009. DECS worked with the Counseling Center IT Department to convert their old website to a new Content Management System, which allows users to easily maintain their website. The website highlights various programs the Counseling Center offers to students and faculty. Features of this website include an events calendar, a podcast/ webcast, faculty and staff profiles, and a frequently asked questions section.

Formerly a simple HTML website, the new website for the Composite Vehicle Research Center (CVRC) has a rich colorful design. The website was developed with the Drupal content management system allowing users to easily update content. The main page features photo highlights of the seven main thrust areas in the center, along with detailed information about each of the researchers involved. The new version of the website was launched November 9, 2009 by DECS.

The new Composite Materials and Structures Center (CMSC) website was built with the Drupal content management system allowing for numerous dynamic content types. The website highlights laboratories, equipment, and personnel in the center. Another feature includes a Testing & Analysis calendaring system. MSU researchers can view the calendar to make a reservation request, or to view equipment available for rent. Using the Drupal interface, the website can be easily updated and maintained which will keep faculty and staff informed in regard to continuing research projects.

Now with a vibrant bold design, rotating photo feature, and links to the College of Engineering calendar, the new website for the Chemical Engineering & Materials Science department was launched August 27, 2009 by DECS.  The website was developed with a content management system called Drupal. The Drupal interface allows faculty and staff to easily access the content for the website, giving them the ability to edit any of the pages or dynamic information. This will ensure that the website remains up-to-date.

DECS redesigned the home page for the Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) website, in order to incorporate the new MSU Branding Standards. The new design was launched October 2011.

The objective of the Gerstacker Foundation Entrepreneurial Grant project was to design and develop an informational website for MSU students regarding the Gerstacker grant. The Gerstacker website allows students to complete their application online, and allows grant reviewers to view applications online. The website was released to students at the beginning of fall semester 2009.

The CISE Pathways to Revitalized Undergraduate Computing Education (CPATH) Community website hosts the family of projects funded by the National Science Foundation's Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE).  DECS worked with the National Science Foundation to showcase these projects and create a community based website where all members of a project team can participate.  The website allows Principal Investigators (PIs) and project members to create and post content as well as share resources, publications, and videos with the CPATH community and with the public.

On February 26, 2009 DECS launched a new website for the MSU Test Preparation Consortium. The new website highlights the various learning services offered by the MSU Test Office. Services provided by the MSU Test Office include the Learning Resources Center, Writing Center, Main Library, English Language Center Special Courses, Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities, Career Services Network, and Academic Advisors.

The MSU Commencement website has a new look! Now with bold colorful photo banners, stylized menus, rotating feature images, and lots of great commencement photos throughout. It also highlights their webcast archives, commencement speakers, and frequently asked parking and shuttle information. Check it out!

The Mechanical Engineering website was redesigned fall semester 2008. This new design, with rich contrasting colors, incorporates elements of the College of Engineering's new website, with a main page flash feature highlighting key research initiatives and various student design programs. The new website also emphasizes detailed faculty profiles, a wide array of department and college events, and a thorough news listing of the department’s achievements.