Dissertation

Definition

A Dissertation is a comprehensive research paper completed at the culmination of a program, showcasing a student's expertise and specialization within a particular discipline. Within the Columbia Sites platform, the Dissertation content type is available exclusively in the Academic model.

Usage and Specifications

Dissertations can be featured on a website to highlight a student's research interests and academic contributions.

Creating a Dissertation Entry

Access the Content Editor:

  • Log in to your website.

  • Navigate to Shortcuts > Add Content > Dissertation.

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Complete the Dissertation Fields:

  • Title: Enter a clear and descriptive title for the dissertation.

  • Associated Profile (Optional): Link the dissertation to a relevant profile, if applicable.

  • Image (Optional): Upload an image related to the dissertation.

  • Taxonomy Terms: Assign appropriate labels or categories to the dissertation.

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Add Descriptive Content:

  • Summary: Provide a one-to-two sentence summary describing the dissertation's content.

  • Display Summary on Page: Check this box if you wish the summary to appear on the page.

  • Outbound URL (Optional): Include a link to an external resource or the full dissertation, if available.

Note: The summary also serves as the meta description for search engines, enhancing SEO performance.

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Enhance with Additional Content (Optional):

  • Featured Content: Add elements like an image carousel, single image, Power BI visual, or video.

  • Main Content: Input the main body of the dissertation or related information.

  • Footer Content: Include any supplementary details or acknowledgments.

  • Sidebar: Add related links or resources for further reading.

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Save Your Entry:

  • Once all fields are completed, click the Save button to publish the dissertation entry.

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