NICHOLLS STATE UNIVERSITY BRANDING
The ¹û¶³APP Branding Guide is the key to establishing a strong identity, creating brand value and making the right impression. This guide was created to help faculty, staff and partnersÌýincorporate ¹û¶³APP logos, colors and design elements into all marketing and communications efforts across the campus.
LOGO USAGE
The university’s name and all university logos are owned by ¹û¶³APP and protected through trademark licensing. ¹û¶³APP logos can be downloaded from the pages on the left; however, they should not be altered or modified in any manner. Please contact theÌýOffice of University Marketing and CommunicationsÌýfor prior approval before printing any publication, banner, T-shirt, etc. that uses a ¹û¶³APP logo.
Office of University Marketing and Communications
Jerad David,
Director of Communications & External Affairs,
985.448.4303
ADVERTISING
To ensure branding and style consistency, all ¹û¶³APP advertising should be coordinated with theÌý. This includes all forms of paid and free advertising, such as print, broadcast, web and social media, billboards, direct mail, etc. The marketing office also handles any requests by outside companies to use the ¹û¶³APP name and/or logo.
Office of University Marketing and Communications
Kristen Anselmi,
Director of Marketing,
985.493.2643
UNIVERSITY NAME USAGE
For consistency, please refer to the university as:
- ¹û¶³APP: on first reference
- ¹û¶³APP: on subsequent references
Please DO NOT refer to ¹û¶³APP as:
- NSU
- ¹û¶³APP State
UNIVERSITY LOGOS
The university’s name and all university logos are owned by ¹û¶³APPÌýState University and protected through trademark licensing. ¹û¶³APPÌýlogos can be downloaded below; however, theyÌýshould not be altered or modified in any manner. Please contact theÌýOffice of Printing and Design ServicesÌýfor prior approval before printingÌýany publication, banner, T-shirt, etc. that uses a ¹û¶³APP logo.
For high resolution logos, vector logos or other file types please contact the Office of Printing and Design Services.
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Spirit LogosÌýare primarily used by athletics and can also be used on ¹û¶³APP promotional items. SpiritÌýlogos can be downloaded below; however, theyÌýshould not be altered or modified in any manner. Please contact theÌýOffice of Printing and Design ServicesÌýfor prior approval before printingÌýany publication, banner, T-shirt, etc. that uses a ¹û¶³APP logo.
75th Anniversary Logo
In celebration of the 75th anniversary of ¹û¶³APP, this commemorative logo will be used in conjunction with official university events from August 2023 through May 2024. To obtain the University Seal, please contact the Office of Printing and Design ServicesÌýfor assistance.

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University Seal
Use of the University Seal is limited to official documents such as diplomas, certificates and commencement programs. To obtain the University Seal, pleaseÌýcontact theÌýOffice of Printing and Design ServicesÌýfor assistance.
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¹û¶³APP Alumni Logo
Use of the ¹û¶³APP Alumni Logo is limited to theÌý¹û¶³APP Office of Alumni Affairs and ¹û¶³APP Alumni Federation.ÌýTo obtain the ¹û¶³APP Alumni Logo,ÌýpleaseÌýcontact theÌýOffice of Printing and Design ServicesÌýfor assistance.
Chef John Folse Culinary Institute Logo
Use of the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute Logo is limited to the culinary institute. To obtain the Chef John Folse Culinary Logo, pleaseÌýcontact theÌýOffice of Printing and Design ServicesÌýfor assistance.
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¹û¶³APP Foundation Logo
Use of the ¹û¶³APP FoundationÌýLogo is limited to official university fundraising and development initiatives. To obtain the ¹û¶³APP FoundationÌýLogo, pleaseÌýcontact theÌýOffice of Printing and Design ServicesÌýfor assistance.
NICHOLLS STATE UNIVERSITY COLORS
In establishing and strengthening the ¹û¶³APP brand, consistent color is crucial. The official colors for ¹û¶³APP are red and gray. The Pantone Matching System can be used for color specifications. ¹û¶³APP logos should onlyÌýbe reproduced on official colors, black or white. For assistance regarding ¹û¶³APP colors, please contact theÌýOffice of Printing and Design Services.







