# Ohio State University Brand Information **League:** NCAA **Conference:** Big 10 ## Description Founded in 1870, The Ohio State University is a powerhouse of academic excellence and athletic tradition located in the heart of Columbus, Ohio. As one of the nation's largest and most comprehensive public research universities, Ohio State is dedicated to preparing the next generation of global citizens through innovation, research, and a vibrant campus culture. ## Official Brand Colors ### Primary Colors - Black: #000000 - Guardsman Red: #c12033 ### Secondary Colors - Granite Gray: #a2a9ad - White: #FFFFFF ## Official Logos Total logo files available: 98 - Ohio State: Available in SVG, PNG ## Trademarked Phrases - Brutus™ - Brutus Buckeye™ - Buckeye Nation® - Buckeyes® - BuyBuckeye™ - Go Buckeyes!® - O-H-I-O™ - OH-IO™ - Ohio Stadium® - Ohio State® - Ohio State University® - OSU® - OSU Our Honor Defend™ - Scarlet & Gray® - TBDBITL™ - THE® - The Ohio State University® - The Shoe® --- Source: Sportsmarks.com - https://sportsmarks.com/ohio-state-university
Ohio State University
About Ohio State University
founded:1870location:Columbus, Ohiomascot symbol nickname:Brutus Buckeye
Founded in 1870, The Ohio State University is a powerhouse of academic excellence and athletic tradition located in the heart of Columbus, Ohio. As one of the nation's largest and most comprehensive public research universities, Ohio State is dedicated to preparing the next generation of global citizens through innovation, research, and a vibrant campus culture.
Colors
#000000
Black
#a2a9ad
Granite Gray
#c12033
Guardsman Red
#FFFFFF
White
Logos
Primary Marks
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Verbiage
Brutus™
Brutus Buckeye™
Buckeye Nation®
Buckeyes®
BuyBuckeye™
Go Buckeyes!®
O-H-I-O™
OH-IO™
Ohio Stadium®
Ohio State®
Ohio State University®
OSU®
OSU Our Honor Defend™
Scarlet & Gray®
TBDBITL™
THE®
The Ohio State University®
The Shoe®
Restrictions
Do not stretch, rotate, or recolor the Block O or the University Wordmark. The "Block O" must always have its trademarked white inner line and gray outline.
Maintain a "safe zone" around the logo equal to the width of the "O" in the Block O. No text or other graphics may overlap this area.
Avoid using "OSU" in external-facing marketing to prevent confusion with other institutions (like Oklahoma State or Oregon State).
Brand assets cannot be used in a way that implies the university endorses a specific commercial product, political candidate, or religious organization.
You must use a university-contracted supplier for any branded apparel or promotional items (swag).
All physical products must feature the "Official Licensed Product" hologram label or hangtag.
The "Buckeye Head" and specific athletic logos are restricted to the Department of Athletics. Academic units and student orgs generally may not use these for general promotion.
Ohio State marks cannot be placed on products related to alcohol, tobacco, illegal substances, or sexually explicit content.
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