Spotlight

Spotlight paragraphs are used to highlight staff, alumni, students, and publications. Uploaded images will be cropped into a circle shape. Spotlight paragraphs are styled the same way as a Spotlight Feature Block Reference, but the content is managed manually and not automatically updated.

student posing
This is a spotlight subtitle

This is a spotlight title

This is a Spotlight paragraph that is formatted with a small photo and uses the white theme.

  1. Create the Paragraph: Scroll to the Paragraphs section, click the "Add paragraph" button, and select "Spotlight" from the list.
  2. Choose a Theme: Select a color scheme from the Theme dropdown:
    • White: White background with orange headings and accents.
    • Gray: Gray background with blue headings and accents.
  3. Choose a Format: Select an image size from the Format dropdown:
    • Small: The image takes up about 33% of the width.
    • Large: The image takes up about 50% of the width (Note: If the page has a sidebar layout, the image may appear slightly smaller than usual to fit the screen).
  4. Add Text (Optional): 
    • Title & Subtitle: If used, note that the Subtitle will display above the Title.
    • Body: Use this for text and links only.
  5. Add a Button (Optional): You may add one button to this section.
    • Both a URL and Link Text are required. 
    • Internal Link: Type the name of an existing website page and select it from the autocomplete dropdown.
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      screenshot of button fields
    • External Link: Copy and paste the full web address (including https://) into the URL field.
    • Link text: This is the text that will display on your button. Link text should be brief, but descriptive, and clearly convey its purpose when read out of context.
  6. Upload an Image: Click upload to add an image.
    • Size requirement: Images must be at least 450px wide by 450px high.
    • Setting the Focal Point: The system will automatically crop your image into a circle. To ensure the subject of your photo isn't cut off, click on the image or drag the crosshair icon to the most important part of the photo (like a person's face).
       

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      an example of the image upload field with crosshairs
    • Add Alternative (Alt) Text: Briefly describe what is happening in the photo for visually impaired users who use screen readers. (e.g., "Two students working in the chemistry lab")