Official Union Logos | Communications

Going to use the logo? Here a few reminders to keep in mind when using the logo.

Use one of the primary marks on official marketing and communication materials from Union College.
Maintain the logo's original width-to-height proportions. Let us know if you need help resizing.
Surround the logo with as much clear space as possible.
Legibility is key. Make sure the background under the logo is plain and simple.
Stick to the logo’s approved color configurations.
Only use logo files from communications and marketing.

Primary Logos/Wordmarks (Two Variations)
There are two variations of the primary logo. One version has the year the college was founded and one does not.
- One of the two primary marks below should be used on every communication from Union College.
- The Union College 1795 logo is intended to be used as the primary mark to identify the College and should be used in most instances.
- When the 1795 version can not be used effectively because of size limitations and/or reproduction issues (such as on apparel or specialty items) the version without the 1795 can be used.
Bolt U and Garnet Chargers
- Can be used on merchandise (clothing, banners, swag, giveaways) without the need for other marks for verbiage with the exception of the Garnet Chargers stand alone mark (not pictured above), which needs to be used in proximity to either the Bolt U or the words Union/Union College
- Can be used as artwork around campus
- Not to replace the wordmark on print pieces
- Version of the Bolt U can be customized for athletic teams
Block U and Athletics Marks
Use for athletics communications, materials and wearables only. These logos are NOT intended to be used on general College communications or in contexts that require the official logo. They are not interchangeable with the official Union College logo and should not be used in close proximity with the official logo.
- Primarily used in Athletics
- Can be used as artwork around campus
- Can be used on merchandise (clothing, banners, swag, giveaways) without the need for other marks for verbiage
- Circle 1795 logo can be customized for use by athletic teams
- Not to replace the wordmark on print pieces, with the exception of Athletics print and digital publications.
Minerva Seal [Permission Required]

The official seal of the College is reserved for special communications such as degree certificates or diplomas, the President’s Office letterhead, select publications and official College documents. It is NOT intended to be used on general College communications or in contexts that require the official logo. It is not interchangeable with the official Union College logo and should not be used in close proximity with the official logo.

In Oct. 2015, the College’s Board of Trustees approved a change to the motto to add the French word for “sisters.” The new motto reads: Sous les lois de Minerve nous devenons tous frères et sœurs (“Under the laws of Minerva, we all become brothers and sisters”).

All use of the official seal should include this text: SOUS LES LOIS DE MINERVE NOUS DEVENONS TOUS FRERES ET SOEURS

For permissions to use this image please contact Communications and Marketing

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More details on how to use the logos

Logo Color
Takes steps to ensure that the logo is used correctly by following the information provided below.

The logo should only be reproduced in:
- Black, Garnet (PMS 202) or White when on a dark background.
- It is not acceptable to reproduce the logo in any other colors.
Minimum Size

The minimum size for using the Union College Logo is .75” wide or 72 pixels wide on screen.
Minimum Spacing

Leave clear space around the Union College Logo equivalent to a square that is as tall as the wordmark itself.
Do not alter the logos
The official logos may not be altered in any way.