Lindenwood Brand Identity Guidelines (May 2026)

Lindenwood Brand Identity Guidelines (May 2026)

INSTITUTIONAL LOGO LOGOUSAGE Institutional (Primary, Secondary, Icon) These logos are the cornerstone of our external marketing and communication efforts. They reflect our refreshed brand identity, optimized for todayƵs digital age. The primary mark, secondary variations, and icon are versatile and adaptable, making them ideal for everything from websites and social media to print materials. 01 PRIMARY LOGO This is our main logo mark, featuring a rectangle layout that includes the full wordmark ƵLindenwood University.ƵIt should always be the first choice when representing the University externally. Its design ensures legibility and impact across all formatsƵfrom large banners to small digital thumbnails. 02 SECONDARY LOGO A simplified, centered horizontal format of the logo used when space is limited or layout requires a different composition. This variation maintains strong brand presence while offering flexibility for use in constrained spaces such as mobile apps, social media headers, or small-scale print. 03 ICON ƵLUƵ MARK A minimalist representation of our brand identity. Ideal for social media profiles, app icons, and other small-scale uses. When used alone, it should always be paired with ƵLindenwood UniversityƵ nearby to ensure clarity and reinforce brand recognition. Our main university mark, featuring a rectangle layout that includes the full wordmark ƵLindenwood University.Ƶ It should always be the first choice when representing the University externally. PRIMARY LOGO LAYOUT Rectangle format COLOR OPTIONS Full-color, Gold, Black, and White (use white only on dark backgrounds) MINIMUMWIDTH 4-color process build | 1.625Ƶ wide Black | 1.625Ƶ Gold | 1.875Ƶ White | 1.875Ƶ CLEAR SPACE REQUIREMENT The clear space around the logo must equal the capital height of the word ƵUNIVERSITYƵ in the sheared rectangle (see ƵxƵ). This ensures legibility and visual prominence. DOs & DONƵTs (Specific to Primary Logo) Use high-res files from Asset Den or Creative Cloud Libraries Reverse the logo on dark backgrounds Pair with tagline or supporting copy DonƵt crop, stretch, or resize improperly DonƵt add effects, textures, or drop shadows DonƵt surround the logo with other competing graphics SHEAR 15° 1.625Ƶ 1.625Ƶ 1.875Ƶ x x x x x x x x 11 12 LU 2026 BRAND GUIDELINES BRAND

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