The Spartan helmet and other official MSU trademarks are a distinctive visual shorthand for the name “Michigan State University.” When used in a way that represents the university, our marks are treated like logos and should align with the standards for their use as marks.

Nov 14, 2020 · The first mascot for the Michigan State Spartans emerged in 1955 in the form of a papier-mache Spartan head. The piece was created by three Theta Xi fraternity brothers. It was designed to fit the real-life student chosen the wear the …

The official seal of Michigan State University represents the university’s founding in 1855 as the nation’s premier land-grant university and its legacy of democratizing higher education. College Hall — Michigan State University’s first academic building — is at the center of the seal.

Oct 31, 2024 · The Michigan State University logo may appear simple initially, but it carries deep meaning. The minimalism is evident in the clean lines and font, creating a harmonious composition. Despite this simplicity, three key logo elements …

Mar 3, 2025 · MSU’s main logo features a Spartan helmet. This is a long-standing badge associated with the Michigan State Spartans, which got their heroic nickname in the first half of the 20th century.

Letterhead, envelopes and business cards often create one of the first impressions of Michigan State University. Download logos, marks, graphic elements, color palette and templates here. See the appropriate section of the site for guidance on use. If …

These wordmarks enable units to leverage the equity of the university’s primary marks while strengthening the overall MSU brand. The downloadable packages contain a variety of file formats, color combinations, and sizes to fit a wide-range of print and digital needs.

Several versions of each department's logo are available. All logos are .EPS files. Be sure to update the Adobe Creative Suite to the latest version for access to files.

To request assistance in creating a version of the MSU wordmark for your CANR department, please contact ANR Communications & Marketing at [email protected]. MSU Stationery Templates are designed to conform to the MSU identity standards.

Jun 12, 2023 · The logo was first introduced in 1948 by art professor Leonard D. Jungwirth and quickly became synonymous with MSU sports teams and traditions. Notably, there have been some modifications made to the design of the Spartan helmet over time – notably, removing an arrow from behind it – but its essence has remained unchanged.