Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 150 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of stu
dy in 17 degree-granting colleges. Over the years, symbols, icons, traditions and trademarks have come to represent the passion of Michigan State alumni, fans, students and student athletes. In the mid-1980s the University Licensing Program was established to ensure that these marks and symbols are used properly. The primary roles of the Michigan State University Licensing Programs include the following:
Protect the brand: Michigan State has worked hard to establish a powerful and respected brand identity. We must first protect the brand while at the same time modernize and adapt licensing programs to build for the future. Promote: Our role in University Licensing Programs at MSU is to help our partners sell licensed product by only allowing use by officially licensed vendors on quality products. Profit: Royalties generated by the sale of licensed products directly support students at MSU through scholarships and special programming.
