# University of Nebraska–Lincoln Brand Information **League:** NCAA **Conference:** Big 10 ## Description Established in 1869 as a public land-grant institution, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) is the state's flagship university, located in Lincoln, Nebraska. The university boasts a strong tradition of academic and athletic excellence, represented by its distinctive Scarlet and Cream colors. UNL's sports teams compete as the Cornhuskers, a nickname officially adopted in 1900, with their mascots being the beloved Herbie Husker and Lil' Red. ## Official Brand Colors ### Secondary Colors - Red: #CE0E2D (Pantone: 186 C) - Rich Black: #000000 (Pantone: Process Black C) - White: #FFFFFF (Pantone: White) ## Official Logos Total logo files available: 46 - Nebraska: Available in SVG, PNG ## Trademarked Phrases - Blackshirts® - Bob Devaney Sports Center™ - Cornhusker® - GBR™ - Go Big Red™ - Herbie Husker™ - Husker Power™ - Huskers® - Memorial Stadium™ - Nebraska® - NU® - University of Nebraska® --- Source: Sportsmarks.com - https://sportsmarks.com/university-of-nebraska
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
About University of Nebraska–Lincoln
founded:1869location:Lincolnmascot symbol nickname:Herbie Husker and Lil' Red
Established in 1869 as a public land-grant institution, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) is the state's flagship university, located in Lincoln, Nebraska. The university boasts a strong tradition of academic and athletic excellence, represented by its distinctive Scarlet and Cream colors. UNL's sports teams compete as the Cornhuskers, a nickname officially adopted in 1900, with their mascots being the beloved Herbie Husker and Lil' Red.
Colors
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Red
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Rich Black
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White
Logos
Primary Marks
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Verbiage
Blackshirts®
Bob Devaney Sports Center™
Cornhusker®
GBR™
Go Big Red™
Herbie Husker™
Husker Power™
Huskers®
Memorial Stadium™
Nebraska®
NU®
University of Nebraska®
Restrictions
Do not alter the official UNL primary logo, secondary logos, or wordmarks in any way. This includes changing colors, stretching, skewing, adding outlines, or applying unauthorized effects (e.g., shadows, glows).
Do not reproduce the logo at a size where the "N" and "University of Nebraska–Lincoln" text become illegible or blurry. Consult the brand guidelines for minimum size requirements.
Do not place any other graphic element, photo, or text within the required clear space (isolation area) surrounding the official logo.
Do not use unofficial or historical logos, seals, or symbols (including any that haven't been approved by University Communications) in official communications.
Do not substitute the official Scarlet (PMS 186) and Cream (PMS 468) with non-approved color shades (e.g., bright red, pink, yellow-white) for institutional communications.
Do not introduce or feature non-UNL primary or secondary colors (e.g., bright green, purple) that conflict with or dominate the established palette in main headings or graphic elements.
Do not abbreviate the institution name to "UNL" or "Nebraska" on the first reference in formal communications. Always use "University of Nebraska–Lincoln" first.
Do not create or use unit-specific taglines or slogans that compete with or override the official University tagline
Do not use pixelated, low-resolution, or poorly lit images in any print or digital communication.
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