Seizing the Spotlight With a Bold New Look
Industry
Higher Education
Client
Gustavus Adolphus College
Deliverables
Website Redesign
Collaborators
Dana Nacer - Creative Direction & Design Matt Sullivan - Design Nate Hafer - Copy
The Mission
Gustavus aimed to break free from the conventions of higher education websites by creating a bold, memorable, and uniquely engaging digital experience. It was crucial to embrace simplicity and authenticity, using visuals in meaningful ways, concise storytelling, and immersive media to stand out in a crowded landscape.
The Hook
Moving beyond the typical clutter of higher education websites, the redesigned Gustavus site stays true to brand guidelines while introducing fresh expressions of Gustavus’s bold personality through a minimal, high-contrast color palette and signature elements like the three crowns logo and lion head motif. Overall, building strong brand recognition throughout all levels of the site. The experience invites users in through interactive features such as the “Passion Finder,” a custom module that helps prospective students explore courses, clubs, and sports aligned with their unique mix of interests.
The Feeling
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Bold Sophisticated Concise Exploratory
The Finish Line










