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:
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Log in to your website.
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Navigate to Shortcuts > Add Content > Dissertation.

Complete the Dissertation Fields:
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Title: Enter a clear and descriptive title for the dissertation.
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Associated Profile (Optional): Link the dissertation to a relevant profile, if applicable.
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Image (Optional): Upload an image related to the dissertation.
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Taxonomy Terms: Assign appropriate labels or categories to the dissertation.


Add Descriptive Content:
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Summary: Provide a one-to-two sentence summary describing the dissertation's content.
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Display Summary on Page: Check this box if you wish the summary to appear on the page.
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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.

Enhance with Additional Content (Optional):
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Featured Content: Add elements like an image carousel, single image, Power BI visual, or video.
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Main Content: Input the main body of the dissertation or related information.
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Footer Content: Include any supplementary details or acknowledgments.
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Sidebar: Add related links or resources for further reading.

Save Your Entry:
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Once all fields are completed, click the Save button to publish the dissertation entry.
