Resources for new and existing users

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.