To protect UNH’s trademarks and promote a consistent visual identity, please follow the guidelines provided for each trademark and do not alter the mark in any way that does not fit the stated guidelines.
UNH is the owner of all the rights, title, and interest to the following trademarks, service marks, trade names, logos, designs, seals, and symbols. Additionally, UNHInnovation protects college, school, programs, innovations, and unit registered trademarks.
UNH Official Artsheets | University Names | UNH Emblem | Main UNH Logo | Secondary Horizontal UNH Logo | Primary and Secondary Vertical UNH Logos | The University Seal | Athletic Marks | Primary Athletic Marks | Secondary Athletic Marks | Athletic Wordmarks | Club + Student Life Marks | Vintage Athletic Marks
UNH Official Artsheets
University Names
The University of New Hampshire®
UNH®
The University of New Hampshire School of Law®
UNH School of Law®
UNH Law®
UNH Wildcats®
Wildcats™
New Hampshire Wildcats™
UNH Emblem
The UNH emblem consists of a bold blue shield with the letters "NH" placed within it. Always use the original and approved art; never alter any aspect of it or attempt to redraw or recreate it.
The UNH emblem requires the use of the ™ symbol to be used in associated with the trademark. The TM mark should be placed below the emblem aligning with the bottom and with the body of the "T" aligning with the outer edge of the "H."
An alternate version of the logo with a white outline around the emblem is to be used when the logo appears on a colored background that does not allow adequate contrast with the blue logo. Refer to the section on color for additional specifications.
Clear Space: To ensure its integrity and visibility, the UNH emblem should be kept clear of competing text, images, and graphics. It must be surrounded on all sides by an adequate clear space, equal in size to the height of the "NH" above and on each side of the emblem and half of that same height below the emblem.
Main UNH Logo
The University’s logo is a combination of the “emblem” and the official school "wordmark" which is the name “University of New Hampshire.”
The main UNH logo requires the use of the ™ symbol to be used in associated with the trademark and placed to the right of the shield. The TM mark should be placed below the emblem aligning with the bottom and with the body of the "T" aligning with the outer edge of the "H."
The wordmark is composed in the typeface Glypha Bold. Glypha is only to be used in the University wordmark. The spacing between the letters, and between words, has been adjusted for maximum effect and should not be altered. For that reason, do not attempt to recreate the wordmark. Rather, request a logo set from UNH Communications and Public Affairs.
Secondary Horizontal UNH Logo
Use the main UNH logo wherever possible. Where it is not possible to use the main UNH logo the secondary version may be used. Always use the original and approved art; never alter or attempt to redraw or recreate the lettering using computer fonts.
The secondary UNH logo requires the use of the ™ symbol to be used in associated with the trademark and placed to the right of the shield. The TM mark should be placed below the emblem aligning with the bottom and with the body of the "T" aligning with the outer edge of the "H."
Clear Space To ensure its integrity and visibility, the logo should be kept clear of competing text, images, and graphics. It must be surrounded on all sides by an adequate clear space, equal in size to the height of the "NH" in the emblem on the top and sides, and half of that same height under the emblem.
Primary and Secondary Vertical UNH Logos
Sometimes design or space requires the use of a centered, vertical logo arrangement. Use the primary vertical logo where possible. Where it is not possible to use the primary version, the secondary version may be used. Always use the original and approved art; never alter or attempt to redraw or recreate the lettering using computer fonts.
The primary and secondary vertical UNH logos require the use of the ™ symbol to be used in associated with the trademark and placed to the right of the shield. The TM mark should be placed below the emblem aligning with the bottom and with the body of the "T" aligning with the outer edge of the "H."
Clear Space To ensure its integrity and visibility, the logo should be kept clear of competing text, images, and graphics. It must be surrounded on all sides by an adequate clear space, equal in size to the height of the "NH" in the emblem.
The University Seal
The University seal (also referred to as the Presidential seal) commemorates three landmark years in our history. At the bottom of the seal, the year 1866 marks our founding as New Hampshire’s College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts in Hanover. The year 1893 marks the college’s move to Benjamin Thompson’s farm in Durham. Finally, the year 1923 commemorates the transformation of the college into the University of New Hampshire.
Proper use of the seal – The seal is for use on diplomas and other designated official University documents only. As with the logo and wordmark, the University seal may not be altered in any way. The University seal may only be used with prior approval from Communications and Public Affairs who can be reached at (603) 862-6000.
Athletic Marks
UNH has established a standard of excellence and a reputation that reaches far beyond the campus walls. The University's Athletics "family" of logos symbolizes both the program's tradition and its future as a strong competitor in intercollegiate athletics. The logos are designed for use on merchandise, player uniforms, publications, television and on the internet.
Primary Athletic Marks
The Wildcat Head requires the use of the ® symbol to be used in associated with the trademark. The ® mark should be placed below the trademark aligning with bottom fur of the head.
Secondary Athletic Marks
Athletic Wordmarks
The Wildcat Body requires the use of the ® symbol to be used in associated with the trademark. The ® mark should be placed below the trademark aligning with the front paw print on the right of the trademark.
The Wildcat Paw Print requires the use of the ® symbol to be used in associated with the trademark. The ® mark should be placed below the trademark aligning with bottom right of the paw print trademark.
Vintage Athletic Marks
Contact Information
UNH Technology Transfer
Licensing Managers
Creative and Digital Works
unh.innovation@unh.edu
(603) 862-4125