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University Names, Logos and Symbols Usage Agreement (Read before download)
The names, logos and symbols presented on this site are registered trademarks owned exclusively by California State University, Sacramento. University faculty, staff and delegates thereof may use these logos for official University business, and for non-commercial purposes at University-sponsored events, on the condition that they abide by the terms outlined in the Sacramento State Identity Style Guide (full-length guide 2005, quick guide 2008). This includes submitting materials to the Office of University Marketing for review to ensure compliance with identity standards and University policies.
All other use of the university's name and its visual identity is prohibited without the express permission of an official University representative. Any non-university third parties, entities or organizations wishing to use these images must request permission from the Office of University Marketing at (916) 278-4381 or universitymarketing@csus.edu.
By clicking the logo download link below, you acknowledge that you have read and will adhere to the University’s guidelines for usage as identified in the Sacramento State Identity Style Guide. Failure to follow the guidelines may result in withdrawal of permission to use these elements and denial of the ability to distribute any publications or other materials which use these elements in an unauthorized manner. The University names, logos and symbols may not be incorporated into any other design to create a new symbol.
Questions concerning permission to use or reproduce Sac State identity images should be addressed to the Office of University Marketing at (916) 278-4381 or universitymarketing@csus.edu.
Official Sacramento State merchandise, including clothing, is the purview of University Enterprises, Inc . Before producing any item for sale that includes Sac State trademarks, you must have prior approval from Trademark Licensing. For more information, visit http://www.enterprises.csus.edu/marketing/licensing.html.
All materials using the Sacramento State logo must be approved by the Office of University Marketing. This ensures that your material is in compliance with all University standards, including placement and use of the logo. Please allow two working days for all requests. Special permission is required to use the official seal. Scroll down for print use marks.
- Please remember
- To ensure visual integrity, there must always be a minimum amount of white or clear space surrounding the signature. This clear space must be kept free of other graphic elements.
- The Sacramento State logos must be used at the minimum space or large.
Primary Vertical Mark
Digital and Web use
These logo files are intended for:
- Websites, e-mail, smartphones, monitors or any application to be seen on a digital device
- Not intended for printed material
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- 3 color white handle:
(for use on a white background)
72 dpi JPEG | PNG - 3 color same color handle as flame
(for use on a color background)
72 dpi JPEG | PNG - 1-color gold
72 dpi JPEG | PNG - 1-color black
72 dpi JPEG | PNG - 1-color green
72 dpi JPEG | PNG - 1-color white
PNG
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Print use
This mark is intended for:
- Any printed materials, large and small
- NOT intended for websites, email, etc.
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PDF files must be opened with Illustrator
to be saved as vector files.
- 3 color white handle
(for use on a white background)
300 dpi JPEG | PDF - 3 color same color handle as flame
(for use on a color background)
300 dpi JPEG | PDF - 1-color gold
300 dpi JPEG | PDF - 1-color black
300 dpi JPEG | PDF - 1-color green
300 dpi JPEG | PDF - 1-color white
PDF
Primary Horizontal Mark
Digital and Web use
These logo files are intended for:
- Websites, e-mail, smartphones, monitors or any application to be seen on a digital device
- Not intended for printed material
Download
- 3 color white handle
(for use on a white background)
72 dpi JPEG | PNG - 3 color same color handle as flame
(for use on a color background)
72 dpi JPEG | PNG - 1-color gold
72 dpi JPEG | PNG - 1-color black
72 dpi JPEG | PNG - 1-color green
72 dpi JPEG | PNG - 1-color white
PNG
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Print use
This mark is intended for:
- Any printed materials, large and small
- NOT intended for websites, email, etc.
Download
PDF files must be opened with Illustrator
to be saved as vector files.
- 3 color white handle
(for use on a white background) - 300 dpi JPEG | PDF
- 3 color same color handle as flame
(for use on a color background)
300 dpi JPEG | PDF - 1-color gold
300 dpi JPEG | PDF - 1-color black
300 dpi JPEG | PDF - 1-color green
300 dpi JPEG | PDF - 1-color white
PDF
Unit/Department Logo
Note: the clear space required around all logos is equal to "x", the height of the "Sacramento State" letters in the mark.
Please contact University Marketing, (916) 278-2140 or universitymarketing@csus.edu, to request a unit or department logo. In your request, specify the unit or department name for the logo. Proper requests will be completed within five workings days.
Formal Name
Horizontal
Vertical
The presentation of the University’s formal name should be just as consistent as the presentation of the logo and official seal. The University’s formal name can be presented in one of two styles shown above, vertical or horizontal. The stacked configuration is the only instance where the comma is not necessary. Otherwise, a comma should always fall between “University” and “Sacramento.” Contact the Office of University Marketing at (916) 278-2140 for more information.
Official Seal
The official seal is intended for use on formal materials and for formal occasions. Examples include diplomas, certificates or medals given on behalf of the University, programs for presentations by dignitaries and collateral for formal events. The official seal is also an option for campus business cards and letterhead.
Official Seal- color
Official Seal - black and white
To ensure compliance and proper use of the official seal, all units must have the high resolution version by contacting the Office of University Marketing at (916)278-2140 or universitymarketing@csus.edu. Please allow an approval time of five working days so that printing and other deadlines can be met.