Student organizations are permitted to use the College shield, distinguished by its white chevron, for organizational purposes. For questions regarding shield images, please contact trademark_program@harvard.edu.
Use of other shields, including the University's shield, is not permitted.
The shield cannot be altered or edited in any way, including modifying the colors of the shield or changing the lettering on the books. Additional design elements may be added around the shield, provided they do not touch or overlap with the image.
For some organizations, any use of the Harvard College shield must be accompanied by an articulation of affiliation. For more information, see the section "Articulation of Affiliation."
Student organizations may also create their own shields and logos. The process for doing so is outlined in the University's "Guidelines for the Creation of a New Shield Design or Logo by Harvard Departments, Units, and Officially Recognized Organizations for Themselves or Their Activities." Please note that logos containing the name of the student organization must use one of the three acceptable forms on the organization name, as outlined above.
New or redesigned logos cannot be used before receiving final approval by the Student Engagement Team and the Harvard Trademark Program.