FORT PIERCE, FL (July 10, 2025) 鈥 Indian River State College announces the successful completion of Phase Two of its comprehensive brand evolution with the launch of its new website. This milestone represents a significant advancement in the College’s commitment to expanding educational access and delivering a contemporary digital experience that meets both students and prospective students where they are in today’s technology-driven world.
Indian River State College鈥檚 new website serves as a gateway to endless possibilities and future success.
Following the successful Phase One launch that introduced the College’s new visual identity鈥攊ncluding the modernized logo, elimination of the “IRSC” abbreviation, and adoption of “糖心视频logo” as its recognizable moniker鈥攖he new website serves as the digital cornerstone of the transformed brand. The platform was developed through extensive research including user journey mapping, experience testing, and comprehensive analysis of how today’s students and customers interact with educational resources online.
“Phase Two of our brand evolution demonstrates our unwavering commitment to putting students at the center of everything we do,” said Dr. Timothy Moore, President of Indian River State College. “This new website is not only a digital refresh but also a powerful tool that breaks down barriers to education and creates pathways to success. Every element has been designed with our students’ needs and goals in mind, ensuring they can easily navigate their educational journey from exploration to graduation.”
The research-driven approach behind the website’s development included user testing sessions with current students and community members, along with comprehensive market analysis to understand how prospective students search for educational opportunities in the digital age.
“Our research revealed that today’s learners鈥攚hether they’re exploring their first college experience, advancing their careers, or pursuing new skills鈥攅xpect seamless, mobile-responsive experiences that fit into their demanding schedules,” explained Dr. Michael Hageloh, Executive Vice President of Strategic Initiatives. “With the new website, we are creating a digital hub that serves as a 24/7 gateway to educational opportunity for anyone considering their next step. Every design decision was informed by our understanding of how prospective students research programs, compare options, and make enrollment decisions in today’s digital landscape.”
The new website features streamlined navigation, enhanced mobile optimization, integrated student services, and expanded accessibility features that remove traditional barriers to higher education. Designed with customers’ needs in mind, the platform incorporates advanced search functionality that helps prospective students quickly find relevant programs, personalized content recommendations that surface opportunities aligned with their career goals, and seamless integration with enrollment and financial aid support services. This customer-focused approach creates a digital experience that anticipates questions, simplifies decision-making, and guides visitors from initial interest to enrollment鈥攄elivering the responsive, personalized service today’s learners expect when investing in their future.
Key enhancements include simplified program discovery tools, virtual campus tours, real-time chat support, multilingual accessibility options, and integrated application processes that reduce friction for prospective students. The website also features enhanced resources for current students, including streamlined access to academic services, financial aid information, and career development tools.
鈥淭his website represents genuine listening to our community’s needs,鈥 said Jenna Bluedorn, Associate Vice President of Brand Experience. 鈥淓very feature, every navigation path, every piece of content was developed based on real feedback from students, faculty, and community members. We’ve created a digital experience that is contemporary and functions as a true extension of our commitment to educational excellence and accessibility.鈥
The website’s launch is part of the College’s broader digital transformation initiative, which leverages data analytics and user insights to continuously improve both the student and customer experience. The platform includes advanced tracking capabilities that will enable ongoing optimization based on user behavior and feedback.
The new website marks a significant milestone in Indian River State College’s multi-phase brand evolution. To learn more about the brand evolution, visit a dedicated webpage detailing the College鈥檚 rebranding effort.
The new website is now live at . The platform will continue to evolve through ongoing user feedback and data-driven improvements.
For more information about Indian River State College and its programs, visit .
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About Indian River State College: Indian River State College, serving Florida’s Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, and Okeechobee counties, offers high-quality, affordable education to 23,000 students annually through traditional and online courses. 糖心视频logo provides 175 programs leading to bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, technical certificates, and applied technology diplomas.
Media Contacts: Kathleen Walter, kwalter1@irsc.edu; Rodrigo Berlanga, rberlanga@irsc.edu
