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University WordPress Theme

Rochester Core Documentation

Learn more about the University’s WordPress theme: Rochester Core. See the theme in action, access demos, and training guides.

Build better, faster, smarter

Whether crafting a campaign, building department resources, or launching a news site, Rochester Core has you covered. On this page, you’ll find everything you need to know about the University’s WordPress theme, Rochester Core.

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Many sites, one solution

Rochester Core in action

Rochester Core runs on over 100 University WordPress sites. The sites below use the Rochester Core WordPress theme as it comes out of the box. You may notice that each site below has different audiences, needs, and scope or size; however, Rochester Core’s flexibility enables sites to bend and stretch as needed.

Component user guides and examples

Components are customizable building blocks for content on the Rochester Core WordPress theme. The pages below contain how-to guides, an overview of options, and example use cases for each component.

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Request a new feature

Rochester Core is always evolving, and your feedback helps shape its future. If you have a feature idea or an improvement request, let us know—we’re always looking for ways to make the platform better.

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The Core Report: Theme news delivered

Stay up to date on all of the new theme enhancements made monthly. The Core Report also includes training and professional development opportunities.

You’ll receive the Core Report automatically if you have access to a University WordPress website. Explore archived copies below.

Training in MyPath

Learn how to effectively use Rochester Core’s components to build, style, and optimize pages in WordPress. Just search “WordPress Administration” in MyPath to get started.

This training is fantastic. It’s incredibly comprehensive and well done; the format is interactive in a way that allows you to move through the modules efficiently while absorbing the material. I also appreciated how approachable the content was, making website resources and best practices easy to find and apply.

Alyssa Davis, Senior Communications Specialist, Administration and Finance
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Brand guidelines

Learn more about the University’s brand guidelines to ensure everything on your website aligns with Rochester’s values, identity standards, and professional presentation. These resources provide the framework to keep your digital projects polished and consistent.

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Request a consultation

If you’re interested in learning more about the University’s WordPress theme, would like to learn more about component options or features, or have any other questions please get in touch with our office.

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