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UVU has come a long way since its This guide will help apply the UVU brand in a consistent and logical way, so we can project a unified, progressive image to all of our constituencies. By so doing, together we can build upon our tradition and history, and foster a loyal student body, faculty, alumni and community. Any brand, whether a university or a corporation, gains strength in consistency, as it sends a clear, singular message. Conversely, loosely applied branding principles can cause confusion and weaken a brand. By following these guidelines, you will be contributing to the greater good of Utah Valley University, projecting a clear image of an institution that is vibrant, well organized and respected.
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InstitutionalMark
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LOGO VERSIONS
CLEARSPACE To determine clear space the height of the "UVU" monogram has been defined as "X."
SIZING
The Minimum Size - of the Beveled Monogram*
If a smaller size is required - the Solid Monogram may be used -- in one color -- but should not be reproduced smaller than 1/2" in height from top to bottom as shown here.
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Color palette Primary Institutional Mark -- Beveled Monogram 2-color-PMS 575 (Institutional Primary) + Black
Clears pace -- To determine clear space the height of the "UVU" monogram has been defined as "X".
* Color use at smaller scale will depend upon reproduction capabilities. Color should not be forced if it impedes clear legibility. |
InstitutionalMark
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COLOR SCHEMES Institutional Primary Green
The institutional mark should only appear in PMS 575, black or white. (PMS 383 and PMS 350 should be used on bevel option only) Color use at smaller scale (minimum size or close to minimum size) for all University marks will depend upon reproduction capabilities. Color should not be forced if it impedes clear legibility. *Primary 575 Uncoated is a custom PMS mix just for the University. Please contact University Print Services. **Support Black (large area coverage) A "support black" can be used when printing oversized or large areas i.e. banners, posters, etc. The mix specified here should work well on coated and uncoated stocks, not exceeding a total dot density of 280. The Minimum Sizes -- The 2 reversed logos at right demonstrate the minimum sizes for each version of the Institutional Mark: Beveled (3/4" top to bottom); Solid (1/2" top to bottom). |
4-Color Versions - Beveled Monogram, Solid Monogram PMS 575 (Institutional Primary Green) + PMS 350 (Athletic Primary) + PMS 383 + Black
Two Color Versions -- Beveled Monogram, Solid Monogram PMS 575 (Institutional Primary Green) + Black
One Color Versions -- Beveled Monogram, Solid Monogram PMS 575 (Institutional Primary Green)
One Color Alternates -- Beveled Monogram, Solid Monogram If print colors are limited, the logo should print in black. It may also be reversed out white -- only if -- the background provides sufficient contrast for clear legibility.
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InstitutionalMark
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HORIZONTAL VERSION Primary Institutional Mark, Horizontal -- Beveled Monogram 2-color-PMS 575 (Institutional Primary) + Black Please follow clear space guidelines shown here. Color schemes for the Horizontal version of the University mark are identical to the vertical version shown on the previous pages. The Minimum Size -- of the Horizontal Beveled Monogram should not be used smaller than 2" in length from left to right as shown here. Color use at smaller scale (minimum size or close to minimum size) for all University marks will depend upon reproduction capabilities. Color should not be forced if it impedes clear legibility. If a smaller size is required -- the Solid Monogram may be used -- in 1-color -- but should not be reproduced smaller than 1 1/4" in length from left to right as shown here. |
Color palette
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INSTITUTIONALMarks
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WORDMARK ALONE Clear space - To determine clear space the distance between the top of the upper containing stroke and the bottom of the middle dividing stroke has been defined as "X".
MONOGRAM COLOR: The use of the Primary Green (PMS 575) and Black are encouraged. However, the University Monogram alone can be used as a secondary graphic element in conjunction with other University palette colors as long as contrast and readability are maintained.
The following color options are allowed: *With the use of the monogram, all publications must also include the official institutional mark on the document. Trademark - Please adjust the size of the "TM" appropriate to the image usage. Clear space - To determine clear space the distance between the top of the upper containing stroke and the bottom of the middle dividing stroke has been defined as "X".
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Color palette
Approved Alternates - 2-color (PMS 575-Institutional Primary
Green + Black); 1-color (PMS 575, Black OR reversed White)
Minimum Size - The University Wordmark
Approved Alternates- Three-color (PMS 575 + PMS 383 + PMS 350); two-color (PMS 575Institutional Primary Green + Black); one-color (PMS 575, Black OR reversed White)
Minimum Size - The University Monogram
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InstitutionalMark
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LOGO DON'TS The visual do's and don'ts shown here apply to all the University marks - both institutional and athletic. If you are not sure about the permissibility of any particular application, please contact College Marketing & Communications. |
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ATHLETICMarks
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THE UV CLAW Please Note: The Primary Athletic Green-PMS 350-is not the same as the Primary Institutional Green. The darker color of this Athletic green offers more contrast to the other athletic colors, and allows us to use green instead of black in most every primary application.
CLEARSPACE
SIZING
TYPE The Minimum Size - of the Primary Athletic Mark should not be used smaller than 5/8" in height from top to bottom as shown here. Color use at smaller scale will depend upon reproduction capabilities. For example, the silver stroke should be dropped at this size and the center fill may also be dropped - i.e. metal pin. Color should not be forced if it impedes clear legibility. |
Color palette -
Primary Athletic Mark - UV Claw (vertical)
Minimum Size - no smaller than 5/8" in height.
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ATHLETICMarks
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THE UV PAW Please Note: The Primary Athletic Green-PMS 350-is not the same as the Primary Institutional Green. The darker color of this Athletic green offers more contrast to the other athletic colors, and allows us to use green instead of black in most every primary application.
CLEARSPACE
SIZING The Minimum Size - of the Secondary Athletic Mark should not be used smaller than 1/2" in height from top to bottom as shown here. Color use at smaller scale will depend upon reproduction capabilities. For example, the silver stroke should be dropped at this size and the center fill may also be dropped - i.e. metal pin. Color should not be forced if it impedes clear legibility. |
Color palette -
Secondary Athletic Mark - UV Paw (horizontal)
Clear space - To determine clear space the width of the UV claw has been defined as "X".
Minimum Size - no smaller than 1/2" in height.
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ATHLETICMarks
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COLOR SCHEMES
All athletic marks should adhere to the color schemes listed above. Please note: The PMS 877 (silver trim) can be substituted with a PMS Cool Gray 5 Coated (or Cool Gray 4 Uncoated) if a non-metallic alternate is preferred. |
Preferred Color Scheme - UV Claw (vertical)
Preferred Color Scheme - UV Paw (horizontal)
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ATHLETICMascot
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THE MASCOT
COLOR SCHEME
CLEARSPACE
SIZING
DO NOTS |
Color palette -
Mascot Version 1 - Full-color; five-color (spot); four-color (process)
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ATHLETICWordmark
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THE WORDMARK
COLOR SCHEME
CLEARSPACE
SIZING
DO NOTS
The Minimum Sizes - of the Athletic Wordmark |
Color palette -
Word mark Version 1 - Full-color; three-color (spot on white bckgrnd); four-color (process) PMS 350 (Athletic Primary) + PMS 458 + PMS 457 (dark gold accents)
Minimum sizes - Word mark with fill - can be used 3" or larger; Superscript word mark - can be used from 3" down to 1". Superscript word mark should not be used smaller than 1" in width.
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Color PaletteSection 1 of 2
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THE PALETTE |
The Primary palette is to be used for all institutional marks, athletic marks and official communication which represent the University. The Complementary palette - as defined by its name - is used to "complete" the Primary palette. It should be used in conjunction with the Primary palette but not overpower or distort the color perception of the University - which is green. The Accent palette - as defined by its name - should never be used alone. It should be used sparingly to "accent" the | Primary and Complementary palettes with brighter colors when needed. Proper usage is essential for building a consistent visual representation of the University through color. If you have questions or concerns in regard to a particular combination or application of these colors, please contact College Marketing and Communications. |
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THE PRIMARY PALETTE Embroidery and silkscreen production should match the brighter, coated PMS values. |
Coated and Uncoated PMS (Pantone Matching System) numbers may differ. Coated and uncoated process mixes will differ as well. All colors have been selected to match hue and value as consistently as possible between coated, uncoated, rgb and html applications. The Primary Athletic Green - PMS 350 is NOT the same as the Primary Institutional Green. The darker color of this Athletic green offers more contrast to the other athletic colors, and allows us to use green instead of black in most every primary application. "HEX" or "HTML" codes - as they are noted here - use only the capital letters A-F and numbers 0-9. There are no capital "O"s ( ...as in L M N O P ) . |
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Color PaletteSection 2 of 2
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THE COMPLEMENTARY PALETTE |
Coated and Uncoated PMS (Pantone Matching System) numbers may differ. Coated and uncoated process mixes will differ as well. All colors have been selected to match hue and value as consistently as possible between coated, uncoated, rgb and html applications. "HEX" or "HTML" codes - as they are noted here - use only the capital letters A-F and numbers 0-9. There are no capital "O"s ( ...as in L M N O P ) . |
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THE ACCENT PALETTE |
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InstitutionalSeal
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THE SEAL
COLORSCHEME
CLEARSPACE Clear Space - To determine clear space the height of the seal has been defined as "X". The proper clear space for the seal is 1/4X.
SIZING The production method should dictate the true minimum size for the seal. If it is plugging or looking splotchy, it will need to be bigger.
DO NOTS |
Color palette -
One-Color - The school seal should only be used in one-color: Institutional primary green-PMS 575, black or reversed white (only if the background color provides sufficient contrast for clear legibility). A specific file has been created for the reversed white version - see example below. Do NOT simply reverse the version shown above. Foil/Emboss/Deboss - It may also be reproduced as a foil stamp. A matte silver or PMS 575 metallic green preferred), blind emboss or deboss - i.e. notebook covers, document watermark, etc.
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InstitutionalSecondary Marks
YOUR DEPARTMENT "SECONDARY MARK" MUST BE PROVIDED
TO YOU BY COLLEGE MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS.
Please contact them to submit your request.
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THE SECONDARY SYSTEM If you have questions or concerns in regard to a particular application of this system, please contact College Marketing and Communications.
SIZING & CLEARSPACE Clear Space - To determine clear space the height of the "UVU" monogram has been defined as "X".
COLORSCHEMES Color use at smaller scale (minimum size or close to minimum size) for all University marks will depend upon reproduction capabilities. Color should not be forced if it impedes clear legibility. |
The Secondary System - Two-color - PMS 575 (Institutional Primary) + Black Department example shown. The dividing lines are intended to visually tie the department/extension marks back to the Primary Institutional markpage 3.
The Secondary System - One-color - PMS 575 (Institutional Primary), Black, Reversed white on the institutional primary PMS 575 background. The background needs to provide sufficient contrast for clear legibility. A University palette color would be preferred. Logo Do's and Don'ts - found earlier in this guide - also apply to the "Secondary Marks" i.e. your department logo.
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TYPOGRAPHY
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ADDITIONS You have seen some examples throughout this style guide and others listed and shown here at right. These fonts are not intended to completely replace all existing University typography. They may replace some, and complement others. They offer the weight, character and interest needed to build and support the new University identity. Typography included in the official institutional and athletic logos CANNOT be changed.
PURCHASE
+1-612-338-2856 The Foundry Gridnik font set may be purchased from The Foundry.
+44-(0)20-7255-1222 |
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EQUIVALENTS |
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If you have questions regarding usage guidelines or need any of the University Institutional or Athletic Marks contained within this style guide, please contact:
Lyanna Lee
Megan Laurie
Matt Bambrough
Office of College Marketing and Communications |
















































