CMU Today Submission Guidelines
Central Michigan University (CMU) manages internal communications through the CMU Today messaging system, which distributes information regarding university operations, resources, and activities to faculty and staff. According to university guidelines, all submissions undergo review by University Marketing & Communications to ensure compliance with institutional policies before appearing on the CMU Today webpage.
What content is permitted in CMU Today messages?
University guidelines limit CMU Today messages to 100 words and require them to be written in paragraph form. The system focuses on university operations, resources, and activities, while excluding job postings and notices intended for students or limited audiences.
University Marketing & Communications prohibits the use of “reminder” messages, as each approved post appears only once. While the system generally excludes event-related communication, the guidelines state that University Marketing & Communications may make exceptions.
Who can submit messages and how are they reviewed?
Only current faculty and staff are eligible to submit messages to CMU Today. University Marketing & Communications reviews every submission and reserves the right to edit or reject announcements.
Rejections may occur if a submission violates the university’s solicitation and fundraising policy or its advocacy policy. For event-specific information, the university directs users to the CMU Events calendar.
How are these messages delivered to employees?
Approved messages are posted on the CMU Today webpage under the date they were submitted. To ensure visibility, faculty and staff receive an email reminder each weekday morning to check the website for updates.
The guidelines acknowledge that not all employees use computers or email regularly. Consequently, the university suggests that reaching a full intended audience may require additional communication methods beyond CMU Today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is allowed to submit CMU Today messages?
Only current faculty and staff may submit messages.
Where should event-related information be submitted?
Event-related information should be submitted via the CMU Events calendar.
How often are email reminders sent to staff?
Faculty and staff receive a reminder email each weekday morning.
How do strict word limits in corporate or academic communications affect the clarity of the information shared?