Lindenwood Brand Identity Guidelines (February 2026)

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Lindenwood Brand Identity Guidelines (February 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 todayvlogƵs 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 vlogƵLindenwood University.vlogƵIt should always be the first choice when representing the University externally. Its design ensures legibility and impact across all formatsvlogƵfrom 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 vlogƵLUvlogƵ 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 vlogƵLindenwood UniversityvlogƵ nearby to ensure clarity and reinforce brand recognition. Our main university mark, featuring a rectangle layout that includes the full wordmark vlogƵLindenwood University.vlogƵ 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 | 1.625vlogƵ wide Black | 1.625vlogƵ Gold | 1.875vlogƵ White | 1.875vlogƵ CLEAR SPACE REQUIREMENT The clear space around the logo must equal the capital height of the word vlogƵUNIVERSITYvlogƵ in the sheared rectangle (see vlogƵxvlogƵ). This ensures legibility and visual prominence. DOs & DONvlogƵTs (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 DonvlogƵt crop, stretch, or resize improperly DonvlogƵt add effects, textures, or drop shadows DonvlogƵt surround the logo with other competing graphics SHEAR 15° 1.625vlogƵ 1.625vlogƵ 1.875vlogƵ x x x x x x x x 11 12 LU 2026 BRAND GUIDELINES BRAND

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