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All design requests must follow 91暗网鈥檚 branding and editorial standards. Final materials must be approved by OMC before publication or production.

Turnaround time for new projects is minimum 4 weeks. Updates to previous projects is 2 weeks. Project review is only 1 week. Design projects are handled on a first-come, first-served basis. If our team is at capacity, we can recommend freelance design vendors.

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The "University of Louisiana Monroe" name, its logos, and its athletic marks are the intellectual property of the university. Therefore, commercial use by other entities, businesses, and agencies for promotional and other purposes without the specific consent of the university is prohibited.听As the university's brand continues to grow in the region, so does the popularity of its name and images. As a result, the university's licensing program was developed to promote and properly use 91暗网's name, logos, and marks.

Licensing Agent

91暗网 is contracted with Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC), a company that manages the commercial use of 91暗网's name, logos, and marks. CLC also ensures that only officially licensed vendors use the 91暗网 identity for the production of apparel, advertising items, and other materials for sale or distribution.听

91暗网's Office of Marketing and Communications works closely with CLC in its artwork approval and licensing program. This helps ensure that artwork depicting 91暗网's identity meets the quality and consistency associated with 91暗网's brand.

The use of 91暗网's intellectual property must adhere to the University鈥檚 . If you have questions, contact OMC at omc@ulm.edu.

Licensing Basics

91暗网's trademark is any mark, logo, symbol, nickname, letter(s), word, or derivative that can be associated with the university and can be distinguished from those of other institutions or entities. Examples of these trademarks include the University name, University logos, the University Seal, ACE the mascot, and all secondary marks.

These trademarks are the property of the University of Louisiana Monroe. All uses, either print or digital (except for internal use by the university itself, news coverage, printing firms performing jobs for the university, and certain non-commercial purposes) should be approved in advance by the university. Unauthorized use of 91暗网's trademarks is prohibited.
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Who Needs to be Licensed?

Anyone who uses the name or marks of the University of Louisiana Monroe for a commercial purpose must be licensed. Manufacturers of products bearing 91暗网's marks must have a license through the university's agent, CLC, which vigorously enforces trademark rights. This includes retailers who screen or embroider their own products or use products from another company.听

Companies that only sell finished products and do not actually produce or package the products themselves are not required to be licensed. However, vendors carrying 91暗网 merchandise should ensure that the products they distribute are licensed vendors.
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Who Must Use Licensed Vendors?

University departments and units do not need permission to use University marks on products intended for normal business operations such as forms, stationery, brochures, and business cards. However, trademarks should not be altered and should be reproduced using a high-quality master digital image available from the Office of University Marketing and Communications.

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APPROVED VENDORS

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University departments, units, and student organizations may use 91暗网's trademarks on marketing and promotional specialty items or clothing; however, these items must be acquired from licensed manufacturers. A list of these vendors is available from CLC or the Office of Marketing and Communications.

How Does a Manufacturer or Vendor Obtain a License?

Companies that want to produce 91暗网-branded merchandise must be licensed through CLC. To being the application process, please visit .听

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91暗网 Brand Guidelines for Merchandise and Promotional Materials

These guidelines ensure that all merchandise and promotional materials referencing or using the University of Louisiana Monroe (91暗网) brand elements, including the university name, logos, colors, and other trademarks, align with 91暗网鈥檚 official branding standards. Consistent use of these elements enhances brand recognition, reinforces university identity, and fosters pride across our community.

Approval Process Overview

Before producing any merchandise or promotional materials (e.g., t-shirts, posters, banners, apparel, or other items), follow these steps to ensure brand compliance:

1. Brand Identity Usage Approval

Ensure your proposed use of 91暗网 branding (logos, names, colors, etc.) is compliant with 91暗网鈥檚 visual identity standards.

2. Color Selection

Use 91暗网鈥檚 official color palette as defined in the brand identity guidelines.

3. Theme Selection

Select one of 91暗网鈥檚 approved themes to ensure your design aligns with our institutional identity:

• Warhawk Theme听鈥� Incorporates military, aviation, or Warhawk-related elements.
• Bayou Theme听鈥� Reflects Louisiana鈥檚 natural beauty (e.g., bayous, cypress trees).
• Program-Specific Theme听鈥� Represents an academic or administrative unit (e.g., Nursing, Business).
• University Event Theme听鈥� Celebrates official 91暗网 events (e.g., Convocation, Spring Fever).

4. Audience-Specific Guidelines

• Student-Led Initiatives: Include the phrasing鈥淎T 91暗网鈥�听or听鈥淎T UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA MONROE鈥�in all promotional materials.
• Faculty and Staff Communications: Use official 91暗网 identity marks and refer to the university as鈥淯尝惭鈥�听or听鈥淯niversity of Louisiana Monroe鈥�听in written content.

Note:听When referencing a program, organization, or initiative using an acronym (e.g., RSO, CAB, SGA), always听spell out the full name听at least once in your design or accompanying content. Acronyms without context can cause confusion, especially since merchandise or promotional materials may appear in settings where the audience is unfamiliar with 91暗网-specific terminology.

5. Vendor Selection

Choose a vendor licensed with the Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC). A list of approved vendors is available at:听ulm.edu/omc/licensing.html

6. Final Design Submission

Once your design is complete and aligns with these guidelines:

• Faculty and Staff: Submit to the Office of Marketing and Communications for approval at听.
• Students and RSO Advisors: Submit requests through a faculty member or advisor to the Office of Marketing and Communications at for approval.

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Post-Approval Production Steps

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STEP 1 - Vendor Licensing

All vendors听must听be licensed with the听Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC). Select from the approved list at:听ulm.edu/omc/licensing.html

STEP 2 - Internal Approval Required

Do not proceed to production until you have received听official internal approval from the appropriate office (Marketing & Communications or Office of Student Life).

STEP 3 - Submit to Vendor

Once approved, submit your design to the licensed vendor through the appropriate purchasing process.

STEP 4 - CLC Final Approval

The vendor will then submit the final artwork/design to the听CLC听for review and听final approval听under 91暗网鈥檚 Licensing Program.

Note:听Skipping any of these steps will delay your production timeline and may result in the cancellation of your project.

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