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Ann Arbor, Michigan – 08/16/2010 — Wordperss experts 3.7 DESIGNS have developed and launched a social network and website for the Michigan State University. The website is focused around the upcoming journalism school’s centennial conference. As a way to further engage alumni and current students the site features a full social network where users can connect and interact with each other.

The site is built on the WordPress platform, an open source content management solution. WordPress is one of the most popular and widely used open source solution and features a large developer network and feature adding plugins. The social network is powered by the plugin “Buddypress” which mimics the features and functionality of popular social network Facebook.

The site will continue to evolve as more details about the conference are finalized, including a full sponsor management system, event details and online registration. Additionally the site is planned to be used post event as an ongoing place for journalism school students to network and use.

3.7 DESIGNS is not your typical, oversized, all-you-can-eat interactive agency. 3.7 DESIGNS provides expert WordPress consulting, development and design. 3.7 DESIGNS was formed in 2004 and works with small to medium sized businesses, schools and municipalities.

The J-School at MSU has a nationally and internationally known faculty. Among them are a Pulitzer Prize winner, a former globe-trotting Time magazine reporter and editor, the former graphics editor of Newsweek, world-class researchers and specialist faculty with extensive experience in newspapers, magazines, radio, television, web, news graphics, design and media law. See the new Journalism School Centennial website here.

04/09/2010 – 3.7 DESIGNS of Ann Arbor, Michigan has worked with the Howell Downtown Development authority to design and launch a website promoting the Howell Mellonfestival. The Howell Mellonfestival occurs every year from August 20th to the 22nd. The event features three days of activities, performances, sales and specials. Over the years it has become a local favorite and has higher attendance every year.

The new website allows users to stay apprised of the latest news and developments, as well as browse through information regarding the different events and look through the schedule. Additionally the website features the event sponsors as a way to thank them for their continued support.

“It is great to see cities like Howell understanding the importance of the web. Rather than create a single page on their existing website, they decided to build an entire site which will be more effective and draw a larger crowd.” CEO of 3.7 DESIGNS Ross Johnson had to comment.

3.7 DESIGNS is a tireless four-man team of designers and developers from Ann Arbor, Michigan. 3.7 is not your typical, oversized, all-you-can-eat interactive agency. Rather, we focus on doing our favorite things very well. What does this mean for you? Higher quality work. Expert advice. A good working relationship. Sparkles and cupcakes.

They are widely known for our planning and strategy skills, as well as our overriding focus on improving conversion. 3.7 DESIGNS has solved problems for some incredible clients–from large multinational companies and local governments to small businesses and school districts.