If you are a new employee, have been provided with access to a digital platform and require training, or simply need a refresher, refer to the resources below for assistance.
Please note that all new users should review all the training material before using a new platform.
WordPress CMS (brocku.ca)
How to log in
You can log into WordPress via brocku.ca/login using your Brock ID and password. It’s a good idea to bookmark this link in your browser. This link requires VPN access if you are off-campus.
VPN access
Please note that access to the WordPress dashboard is restricted to the Brock network, so if you would like to work on the website remotely, you will need to use the GlobalProtect VPN. This is not needed when you are on-campus. For more information about setting up GlobalProtect, visit:
brocku.sharepoint.com/sites/ITS-Support/SitePages/Global-Protect.aspx
CMS manual
brocku.ca/wordpress
This website acts as our online CMS manual and has information on all things WordPress @ Brock. This link requires VPN access if you are off-campus.
Video tutorials
This video series will take you through each section of the WordPress dashboard, and explain the basics of using our platform to update your website.
Brand standards for the web
brocku.ca/brand/digital/web-standards
This website has information on the Brock brand and its various applications, including on the website.
Accessibility resources
brocku.ca/brand/accessibility
Brock websites must follow established web accessibility content guidelines. Use the guides & resources on this website to ensure that content you post online is accessible to all users.
Campaign Monitor
How to log in
You can log in at send.brocku.ca
Training videos & tutorials
And here are some training videos for Campaign Monitor that will help you get started with the platform:
campaignmonitor.com/resources/training-videos/campaign-monitor-101/video/introduction-to-campaign-monitor-training
Guidelines, templates & more
For more information about Campaign Monitor and how we use it at Brock, please take a look at our overview page here: brocku.ca/brand/email
Campus-wide digital display network
How to log in
You can log in at displays.brocku.ca/login
VPN access
Access to the display network is restricted to the Brock network, so if you would like to work on the website remotely, you will need to use the GlobalProtect VPN. This is not needed when you are on-campus. For more information about setting up GlobalProtect, visit:
brocku.sharepoint.com/sites/ITS-Support/SitePages/Global-Protect.aspx
Guidelines, templates & more
For more information about the digital display network, please take a look at our overview page here: brocku.ca/brand/displays
SiteImprove
How to log in
You can log in at my2.siteimprove.com.
General information and additional resources
For more on SiteImprove and how it is used at Brock, see brocku.ca/brand/siteimprove
Social media
General information and guidelines
For more on how social media platforms are used at Brock, see brocku.ca/brand/social
Social media policy
The policy outlines the responsibilities for creating and managing social media accounts at Brock.
Writing Style Guide
To maintain professional consistency in all non-academic communications or marketing materials generated by different units across campus, please refer to the Brock University Style Guide.