Build an Academic Website That Actually Looks Good
Most academic websites look like they were built in 2005. Here's how to build a modern one with publications, teaching, and a proper CV — in minutes.
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Sitelas Team
April 4, 20261 min read
Academic websites have a reputation for looking terrible. Your research deserves better.
Why Your Academic Website Matters
Your website is often the first thing people see when they Google your name — prospective students, collaborators, hiring committees, journalists.
What to Include
The Essentials
- Bio — who you are, where you work, what you research
- Publications — with links to PDFs, arXiv, or DOI
- Contact — email, office location, office hours
- CV — downloadable PDF + an online version
Academic Templates in Sitelas
| Template | Best For |
|---|---|
| Tenure | Full academic CV with 6 pages |
| Scholar | Single-page academic homepage |
| Folio | Minimal academic portfolio |
| Lectora | Sidebar navigation (academicpages-style) |
| Thesis | Research paper showcase |
Migrating from academicpages or al-folio
If you're using a Jekyll-based academic template, just clone your existing site:
Clone https://your-current-site.github.io
No more fighting with Ruby, Bundler, or GitHub Actions.
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Sitelas Team
The Sitelas team writes about building websites with AI, design tips, and getting the most out of your site.
