ERI Design

04/14/2026

A golden award to match Valparaiso University's golden radiance 🏆

We're thrilled to be recognized with a Gold Award from the AVA Digital Awards, a prestigious international recognition program. This award represents more than the website itself—it reflects the vision and trust the Valpo team brought to this project. We're proud of what we built together.

View our case study for valpo.edu: https://www.eridesignstudio.com/case-study/valparaiso-university/

04/13/2026

If you’re paying attention to , you may have seen this week’s piece in The Boston Globe by Yoohyun Jung. It’s worth your time.

Using enrollment data, closure maps, and labor market figures, Jung paints a clear and unsettling picture of where the sector is headed — and in some cases, where it already is.

Here are the findings we think matter most, and why: https://www.eridesignstudio.com/insights/the-numbers-dont-lie-what-the-latest-higher-ed-data-means-for-your-institution/

Explore the latest insights on Higher Ed Data and its impact on college enrollment trends and educational ecosystems.

04/08/2026

Last week, ERI's President & Chief Creative Officer Erjon Metohu and Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer Raffi DerSimonian visited Shepherd University to kick off the discovery process for the university's upcoming website redesign.

From rich stakeholder conversations to exploring this exceedingly charming college town firsthand, the visit gave our team the kind of grounded insight that shapes truly meaningful work. We came away energized and full of ideas.

A sincere thank you to the entire Shepherd community, and especially the communications and marketing team—for your generosity, perspective, and warm welcome. We're excited for what's ahead.

03/24/2026

Generosity can move mountains. We've seen it with our own eyes.

At ERI, we have a strong set of values, a deep sense of gratitude, and an unwavering belief that businesses have a responsibility to give back to the communities that sustain them.

In a recent insight, Raffi DerSimonian breaks down the intentionality behind creating connections before raising funds.

Read more: https://www.eridesignstudio.com/insights/the-power-and-privilege-of-philanthropy/

Discover the power of philanthropy and how intentional generosity shapes communities and creates lasting change.

02/27/2026

Calling all strategy leaders, brand creators, platform builders, and mission drivers! 📣

Before you embark on your next redesign... pause. Let’s rethink the process together.

Join us on March 12 at 2 PM EST for a live : “Before You Redesign: Top 10 Essentials for Your Digital Doorstep to the World.” In this conversation led by Raffi DerSimonian, we'll break down the strategic foundation that can set you up for success — because an effective begins long before some might think.

Register today: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jhZWWMc0Rd2NN5AFGjevQg #/registration

02/25/2026

Learn the secrets behind the strategic transformation advantage with ERI 🧑‍💻

On March 12 at 2pm EST, join Raffi DerSimonian as he dives into the strategic foundation behind a successful website redesign.

Together, we'll explore that often-skipped phase of strategy, and why getting it right creates exponential impact on everything that follows.

Save your spot: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jhZWWMc0Rd2NN5AFGjevQg #/registration

01/29/2026

Valpo.edu: a digital home for purpose, joy, and discovery 💛

Our website redesign journey with Valparaiso University involved a mobile-first, mission-rooted process where Valpo’s values of faith, service, and academic inquiry shine through student voices, seamless UX, and vibrant storytelling.

The attention to real experiences, thoughtful design elements, and uniquely collaborative approach earned the site a 2025 Silver Davey Award in General Education, a testament to the power of intentionality, authenticity, and story-centered digital strategy.

At ERI, we feel an immense sense of gratitude toward the Valparaiso University team. Together, we made a rewarding impact.

Learn more about this project: https://www.eridesignstudio.com/case-study/valparaiso-university/

01/26/2026

"I've heard a lot of people say that organic social media is dead. I wholeheartedly disagree. It's not dead, it's difficult, and it takes a lot of dedication, time, and patience."

Jenny Li Fowler's "Organic Social Media: How to Build Flourishing Online Communities" explores what it takes to enhance a brand's online presence, using outlines, objectives, and frameworks to provide the bigger picture.

In ERI's recent insight, Digital Strategist Jillian Cote breaks down her "Organic Social Media" reading experience, complete with key takeaways and personal notes to encourage every social media specialist in their professional pursuits.

Jillian Cote breaks down the insights learned from Jenny Li Fowler's book "Organic Social Media: How to Build Flourishing Online Communities"

11/07/2025

For the first time, ERI will be exhibiting at this year's American Marketing Association Symposium for the Marketing of Higher Education!

We look forward to seeing everyone in National Harbor in just a few days—stop by booth #436 for good conversation, a sugar rush, and a pair of designer socks (ERI branded, of course) that are smart for town and casual for leisure.

10/29/2025

Working with Worcester State University hits close to home for ERI. As a team with a headquarters right here in Worcester, we have many ties to this city and its incredible institutions.

We can’t wait to share Worcester State’s story with the world through the video, photo, and interview content we’ve captured this month!

A special thanks to our trusted partners at Knack Factory for their incredible camera expertise, and to the Worcester State University marketing team for their warmth and collaboration.

10/23/2025

This November, Team ERI will be in National Harbor, MD, for an exciting 4 days of networking, idea-sharing, and impact making at the American Marketing Association Symposium for the Marketing of Higher Education.

Visit us at booth 436: we hope to have meaningful conversations and build new connections, as well as provide some fun ERI giveaways.

See you there! 🧦💙🌟