How Tos

How to create a new account

  1. Click here to create a new account.
  2. You can use whatever username you like, but remember that eventually people will need to figure out who you are.
  3. You can use whatever e-mail address you like.
  4. The CAPTCHA proves that you're human.
  5. Create your new account! You will receive an e-mail with a log-in link. You can either reset your password then or use the gibberish one you're assigned.

How to create a new group/committee

  1. When logged in, you should see a menu on the left underneath your username. There should be an item with an arrow to its left called "Create content". Click on it.
  2. Click "Group" to create a new group.
  3. Name your group (for example, "Concert Committee") and give it a brief description ("We're planning the concert.").
  4. A mission statement isn't necessary, but it might be a nice place to collect your goals and objectives.
  5. Set your membership options. Generally you want to leave your group open for people to join, unless you're working on something particular and don't want anybody mucking about.
  6. Don't worry too much about the other options.
  7. Submit!

How to post a blog entry to a group or to the public

  1. Underneath where you type the entry, you'll see a box labeled "Groups".
  2. By default, Public is selected. If you want the entry to appear only in a particular group, check the group's box and un-check the Public box.
  3. You can post an entry to more than one group.
  4. An entry posted to both a group and the public shows up on the main page.