UBC Collab developers: (L-R) Amir Entezaralmahdi, Michael Ha, Lina Kang, Enej Bajgoric, Michael Kam. (Missing: Scott McMillan) Photo by: Martin Dee
UBC CLF + UBC CMS = UBC Collab
Jointly developed by the CTLT, Arts ISIT, and Communications and Marketing teams, UBC Collab (short for “collaborative”) is a centrally hosted and supported WordPress Theme that integrates the feature-rich design framework of the UBC CLF (Common Look and Feel) with the power and ease-of-use of the UBC CMS (Content Management System) web publishing service.
Whether you’re a faculty/instructor looking to create an online teaching and learning community, a web professional looking for powerful plugins and widgets, an academic group showcasing research, or a web maintainer looking to make simple content updates, UBC Collab offers a flexible solution for just about every website need.
What is the UBC CLF?
The UBC CLF, or “Common Look and Feel,” is a web design framework that supports UBC’s Brand Identity and online reputation by providing a common look, feel, and functionality to all UBC websites.
In its most recent release in September 2012, the CLF offers a number of design and usability enhancements to address the evolving needs of UBC’s many audiences. Its most remarkable feature is an integrated Responsive Web Design framework that adjusts or responds to a user’s viewport. Simply put, this means that all websites with the CLF will be compatible with all device platforms and form factors, ranging from desktop computers to tablets and smartphones. This is a significant evolution of the CLF as it addresses a growing trend of mobile device usage, which is expected to exceed traditional desktop computer usage in 2014.
In addition to its Responsive Web Design framework, the UBC CLF offers many other features including: enhanced web accessibility, an improved design, a 12 column grid system, cross-browser and operating system compatibility, improved typography, and dozens of UI components, widgets, icons, and buttons.
To learn more about the UBC CLF, visit: http://clf.ubc.ca.
Why should I use UBC Collab?
UBC Collab is the most advanced WordPress Theme offered yet for UBC CMS. It takes advantage of the front-end design features of the UBC CLF while in its underlying core offers the powerful engine of the UBC CMS WordPress platform.
UBC Collab is a significant improvement from the old WordPress Theme (aka UBC CLF Advanced Theme). Since the launch of UBC CMS, we’ve collected feedback from our many clients on how to improve the existing theme system. The result is a more powerful, lighter, and easier to use WordPress Theme.
To learn more about the UBC CMS, visit: https://cms.ubc.ca.
