Drupal Framework Transition
UMass Amherst websites using version 9 or earlier of Drupal, the campus web content management system, were required to transition to the latest supported version of the UMass Amherst Drupal Framework in 2024.
Information for Student Organization Websites
Key points to know:
- Departments/units with websites using Drupal 9 or earlier were provided with the new UMass Amherst Drupal Framework. The new framework is designed to enhance security and maintain consistent branding with the University’s new website ecosystem and top-tier websites.
- All UMass Amherst Drupal websites using Drupal 9 or earlier, including Drupal 7, will be decommissioned on March 20, 2025.
- If you would like to request a Drupal Framework website, plan for a minimum of two weeks processing time when requesting a Drupal Framework development website as well as when requesting a launch date for your Drupal Framework website. An accessibility review will be conducted before launching your new Drupal website.
- Currently published websites on Drupal 9 or earlier cannot be automatically upgraded or migrated to the latest versions of Drupal. Website managers will need to rebuild their websites in the new Drupal Framework and manually transfer content. The Drupal Framework includes sample starter pages and built-in content blocks.
- Access Drupal Framework tutorials, change logs, and other resources through the UMass Amherst Drupal Framework Resources SharePoint site.