We’re excited to share Connect is getting a makeover!
From its inception, Connect has always been a reliable one-stop shop for news, sites, resources and more. This won’t change!
The new Connect was designed with one thing in mind – you. The objective from the outset has been to provide a better user experience by utilizing best practices for organizational intranets. This means less text, more graphics and an intuitive sitemap to find things quickly. You will notice the site features main landing pages instead of long drop-down lists, making room for a cleaner and more functional homepage.
The move to SharePoint Online provides a more modern look and feel as well as the latest updates and access to technical support to keep the site fresh and functional.
Please note: you will need to sign in to your Microsoft account when opening a browser to access Connect. This is standard for SharePoint and other cloud-based sites.
Many of the links that appear on the homepage today will move to other areas on the site. For your convenience, be sure to follow the SharePoint sites you access regularly (there is a star on the top right of each SharePoint site to follow) and bookmark/favorite external web sites in Chrome and Edge.
The new Connect goes live on Monday, July 1. The changes take a few days, so it may appear for you over the weekend or a day later. If a page looks off or does not load correctly, please try refreshing your browser first.
If you experience technical issues, please contact the IS Service Desk. Stay tuned for more information and training on navigating the redesigned intranet site.