# University of Nebraska–Lincoln

> Official brand assets and guidelines from Sportsmarks.com

## Quick Facts

- **Name:** University of Nebraska–Lincoln
- **Conference:** Big 10
- **League:** NCAA
- **Sportsmarks URL:** https://sportsmarks.com/university-of-nebraska

## 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.

## Brand Colors

### Secondary Colors

- **Red**
  - Hex: #CE0E2D
  - Pantone: 186 C
  - RGB: 208, 0, 0
  - CMYK: 2, 100, 85, 6
- **Rich Black**
  - Hex: #000000
  - Pantone: Process Black C
  - RGB: 0, 0, 0
  - CMYK: 0, 0, 0, 100
- **White**
  - Hex: #FFFFFF
  - Pantone: White
  - RGB: 255, 255, 255
  - CMYK: 0, 0, 0, 0

## Logos

Total logo assets: 13

### Primary Marks

- Nebraska
  - Available formats: SVG, PNG

### General

- Nebraska
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- Nebraska
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- Nebraska
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- Nebraska
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- Nebraska
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- Nebraska
  - Available formats: SVG, PNG
- Nebraska
  - Available formats: SVG, PNG
- Nebraska
  - Available formats: SVG, PNG
- Nebraska
  - Available formats: SVG, PNG
- Nebraska
  - Available formats: PNG, SVG
- Nebraska
  - Available formats: SVG, PNG
- Nebraska
  - Available formats: SVG, PNG

## Trademarked Phrases & Verbiage

- Blackshirts® (Registered)
- Bob Devaney Sports Center™ (Trademarked)
- Cornhusker® (Registered)
- GBR™ (Trademarked)
- Go Big Red™ (Trademarked)
- Herbie Husker™ (Trademarked)
- Husker Power™ (Trademarked)
- Huskers® (Registered)
- Memorial Stadium™ (Trademarked)
- Nebraska® (Registered)
- NU® (Registered)
- University of Nebraska® (Registered)

## Brand Usage Restrictions

The following restrictions apply when using University of Nebraska–Lincoln brand assets:

- 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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Last Updated: 2026-02-25