College of Western Idaho (CWI) has officially launched its website on a new Drupal 11 platform, completing a major modernization of the technology behind cwi.edu.
What This Means
Think of this upgrade as trading in your car for a brand-new model. The steering wheel is still in the same place, and it still gets you where you need to go, but the engine, safety features, and technology under the hood are completely updated.
While much of the visual experience remains familiar, the infrastructure powering the site has been rebuilt. Many features and tools were redesigned to work within the new system, and content structures were refined to improve organization, accessibility, and overall usability.
Why It Was Needed
The previous platform, Drupal 7, was originally released in 2012 and had reached the end of its supported life. Moving to Drupal 11 ensures the site now runs on a modern, fully supported system built to meet current security standards and web expectations.
For the CWI community, this means a faster, more reliable website designed to perform well and adapt to future needs. For the web team, the new platform offers a more streamlined and flexible editing experience.
Looking Ahead
This launch represents a long-term investment in CWI’s digital future. By rebuilding the foundation now, the College ensures cwi.edu remains secure, accessible, and ready to grow alongside the needs of its students and community.
For content updates or changes, please continue to submit Help Desk tickets to Marketing & Communications / External Marketing Website. Email communications@cwi.edu with any questions.
