Website Styling Guide
Topics
Contrast
By getting color contrast right, Black Hawk College makes its online spaces easier for all students, staff and visitors to use.
Forms
Forms are valuable tools used for gathering information from students, staff and faculty. This page outlines recommendations for form management.
Headings
Guidelines for headings on bhc.edu, including capitalization, punctuation and semantic headline structure.
Images
Guidelines and minimal technical requirements for imagery on bhc.edu. Topics include image preference and accessibility considerations.
Links
Guidelines for links on bhc.edu including acceptable uses, buttons and document links.
PDF Content
Guidelines for PDF content on bhc.edu for faculty and staff. Topics include exporting compliant pdfs from common software programs Word and InDesign.
Video
To ensure all users can access and understand our content, all videos published on bhc.edu must meet accessibility standards and follow basic quality guidelines.
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Branding Guidelines
Guidelines for representing Black Hawk College in visual and print media. Topics include logo usage, fonts and brand colors.
A-Z Reference Guide
Find references for language standards, college-specific terms and commonly used words.
Marketing & Public Relations
The Marketing and Public Relations department serves both campuses and all outreach centers. Resources are provided for faculty and staff to ensure a consistent and professional public image.