In the College, we use the H3 size in the WCMS for headlines. We use H5 size for sub-headlines. All headlines follow the same capitalization guidelines. Headlines are not written in title case, although you should capitalize proper nouns, titles, etc. Use sentence case, but do not use end punctuation unless the headline is a question. Headlines are left-justified on the page.
Headlines
Style Guide
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Example headlines
In the College, you can choose your own adventure
A degree in English offers foundational skills
When to use + instead of “and”
- Use a “+” symbol to replace “and” in headlines.
Cultivate creative + critical thinking skills
The path to your future begins in the College of Arts + Sciences
Note: the “+” symbol is not used in the body of the text. Only in headlines, navigation, and marketing space.
- Do not use “+” in a headline if “and” is part of an official title or degree program.
Explore our Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior graduate degree
- When using a word pair in a headline, capitalize the first word on either side of the “+”.
Groundbreaking faculty + Passionate students
Creative + Curious
Note: If the headline is not a word pair, do not capitalize words around the “+” symbol. Full sentences, “We are” statements, and phrases that include the “+” follow normal capitalization for headlines.
Our doctoral degrees provide deep + extensive training
We are active + engaged
Multidisciplinary + affiliated programs
Creative + Curious
Note: If the headline is not a word pair, do not capitalize words around the “+” symbol. Full sentences, “We are” statements, and phrases that include the “+” follow normal capitalization for headlines.
Our doctoral degrees provide deep + extensive training
We are active + engaged
Multidisciplinary + affiliated programs