Getting Started

This step-by-step process should help you get started.

STEP 1: Contact OWS regarding your interest in using Cascade.

The Top Level Responsible University Official (RUO) should contact OWS via the New Project Form

STEP 2: Meet with OWS

OWS will schedule a meeting with You (and your RUO) to decide which package you need.

For those choosing Option 1, OWS will work with the client to: (Steps 3-5 do not apply)

For those choosing option 2 or 3, OWS will work with the client to:

Create new main folder in Cascade with starter assets
Create Cascade user accounts and grant appropriate site access, once training is complete.
If requested, OWS will work with client to create a site structure.

STEP 3: Register and attend training.

OWS will coordinate with RUOs to find out when it's best for them to take Cascade Training.
OWS is also available to facilitate project-specific training for managers/publishers.

STEP 4: Request access to Cascade.

OWS will grant access to Cascade once users are ready to build and maintain their site.
RUOs, please visit the Cascade Request page to request users and groups.

STEP 5: Begin using Cascade to maintain your site

Remember that the key to Web content is keeping it fresh, so be sure to continually review your site for ways to update and enhance it.