How to Add Employee Events on Orbit
Are you planning an event and want to share it with your colleagues? Orbit makes it easy for employees to create and promote their own events. Follow these simple steps to list your event on Orbit.
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The Office of Web and Digital Strategy has added the capability for editors to now submit articles to be published to the Orbit website. The Orbit website is our Internal Communication Hub, meant to improve internal communications and streamline access to resources for employees.
Mobile Accessibility
Mobile accessibility is covered in existing W3C WAI accessibility standards/guidelines. There are not separate guidelines for mobile accessibility.
Web Accessibility
The Office of Web & Digital Strategy at the University of Illinois Springfield is passionate about accessibility. For the web, not only does law require it, it is the right thing to do.
Web Color Guide
Primary Colors
The official UIS primary colors are Blue and White. See below for standard color codes for print and electronic media (websites and other screen-based presentations).
Blue
Pantone (PMS): #295
CMYK: C-100, M-57, Y-0, K-40
RGB: R-0, G-51, B-102
Hex: 003366
Interpersonal and Cultural Communication Minor
Effective communication is vital for success in any career. The Interpersonal and Cultural Communication Minor helps you master relationship-building, emotional intelligence and cultural competency—skills that employers highly value. Whether you're looking to improve your teamwork, better manage relationships or become more culturally aware, this minor provides essential tools to navigate diverse environments with confidence.
Journalism and Media Studies Minor
The Journalism and Media Studies Minor gives you the chance to dive into the world of journalism and its role in shaping society. By learning core journalistic skills—like asking the right questions, verifying information, and evaluating news sources—you’ll gain essential media literacy that’s valuable in nearly every profession.
Strategic Communication and Public Relations Minor
The Strategic Communication and Public Relations Minor teaches you how to craft and manage messages that influence and shape perceptions, helping you meet both organizational and personal goals. Whether you’re aiming to enhance your career or improve your communication strategies, this minor equips you with powerful skills to thrive in any professional setting.
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