Master Your Website Management Skills
Since 2017, Fort Hays State University has trusted Cascade CMS to power our website. It's a flexible content management system designed to let you create, publish, and update web content easily—no coding or specialized technical knowledge required.
We've built a comprehensive training program to help you gain confidence and skill in Cascade. Whether you're just starting out or looking to master advanced features, you'll find a mix of concise videos, interactive walkthroughs, and clear, step-by-step instructions tailored to your needs.
Training Modules
Our training is organized into four core modules. Each begins with a video overview and breaks down into focused topics with practical guides.
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Introduction to Cascade CMS
Get comfortable with the basics. Learn to access the system, navigate the interface, and understand the core concepts.
- Platform Overview: A high-level look at to the platform
- Accessing Cascade: How to access your specific site area
- Navigating Cascade: A guided walkthrough of the dashboard and key tools
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Creating & Managing Content
Build your skills in creating and organizing the fundamental pieces of your website.
- Content Creation Overview: An introduction to content creation in Cascade
- Uploading Files: Easily manage documents like PDFs and Images
- Creating Pages: A step-by-step guide to creating a webpage from scratch
- Removing Content: Confidently manage your site by removing outdated materials
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Formating with the WYSIWYG Editor
Learn to use the WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) editor to format text, add links, and make your pages visually engaging.
- Editor Essentials Overview: Getting to know the editor toolbar and functions
- Editing Text: Apply headings, lists, and basic styling for readability
- Editing Links: Create links to other pages, documents, or external sites
- Editing Media: Enrich your pages with engaging media
- Editing Tables: Structure data clearly for your audience
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Blocks and Components
Discover how to use reusable content elements to keep your site consistent and save time.
- Intro to Structured Content: An introduction to structured content and reusability
- Menus: Maintain global and section-specific menus
- Contact Blocks: Modify contact information in sidebars
- Accordions: Organize lengthy content into expandable sections for a cleaner look