University Libraries Design System
Support for the University Libraries' brand, visual elements, reusable designs, and content guidelines.
Getting Started
Guiding Principles
We are committed to accessibility and inclusive design, shared guiding principles, and the people we serve.
Content
Our voice, tone, and identity; grammar, a word list, and how to write for and about people.
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Voice and Tone
Characteristics of our clear, helpful, welcoming voice.
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Writing for People
We center readability by using plain language and active voice, even when writing for academics.
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Writing About People
Words mean things. We practice humanity in our writing to reduce harm.
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Writing for LibGuides
Best practices on writing for and managing LibGuides.
Visual Elements
Color, typography, the logo, and images.
Reusable Designs
Components for building user interfaces.
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Search Forms
Code and mappable forms for search tools.
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Library Hours
Add one or more location hours to a web page.
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Current Occupancy
Add the current occupancy of the Mary Idema Pew and Steelcase Libraries..
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Skip Link
Visually hidden links that allow quick navigation to main content via keyboard focus.
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Banners
Display information that stands out.
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Web Header
Shows users they are on the University Libraries website, with or without search.
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Web Footer
Include the Libraries' and GVSU's contacts and useful links in the website footer.
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Breadcrumbs
Show users where they are in our large website.
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Navigation
Include the UL website navigation in your project.
About
Our team, what's new, and technical information.
Our design system is deeply indebted to the University of Michigan Libraries' Design System.