This paper documents the steps taken by Christopher Newport University (CNU) (Virginia) as it planned and implemented a World Wide Web-based education program in 1998-99. The paper begins by providing an overview of the context for distance education at CNU and detailing the history of both the institution and distance education. Next, the rationale that prompted CNU to invest time and resources into developing a Web-based education program, as well as the evaluation of different program options, is covered. Program implementation is then addressed, including training and support systems. Problems encountered are summarized, and the program's next steps and further directions are considered. (MES)