Black Hills State University Brand Guidelines

This will be the primary logo for the university.

The exclusion zone has been calculated by simply using the height of the bowl in the “B” and placing it around each side of the logo.

The exclusion zone has been calculated by simply using the proportional size of the BH symbol and placing it around each side of the logo.

The exclusion zone has been calculated by simply using the proportional size of the width of the "1883" and placing it around each side of the logo.

The exclusion zone has been calculated by simply using the proportional size of the width of the "H" and placing it around each side of the logo.

The secondary mark should never be altered in any way except for color. It must stay in this form. No stacking or rearranging letters.

This mark is only availble to use upon request.

When using the banner option, you must include “Black Hills State University” prominently written out somewhere on your publication.

BHSU font size should be roughly 2/3 the size of the subhead font size.

Subhead should switch to a second line if the length of the subhead exceeds past 2x the combined width of the symbol and BHSU.

These color combinations are guidelines to follow.

The logo must be used as is and not altered in any way. This applies to the primary, secondary, and the entire logo family for BHSU.

You must not: Change the logo orientation. Disproportionately scale or resize the logo. Change logo’s colors that are not BHSU green, yellow, white or black. Display the logo with color combinations not previously specified. Display the logo in a configuration not previously specified. Alter the corners, strokes, spacing and components of the logo. Attempt to recreate the logo. Add special effects to the logo. Add an outline to the logo or display the logo as an outline. Use the logo on top of a busy background if it diminishes the legibility of the logo. Display the logo with other elements in the logo’s exclusion zone. Display the logo on backgrounds that clash with the primary colors on the logo.

The logo should be used in a size large enough to ensure legibility. The BHSU logo should be the largest logo and be prominently displayed.

The logo should be placed on the front cover of all multiple page/panel publications such as brochures, newsletters, and magazines.

The logo must appear on all printed and online communications and on all printed materials which represent the academic and administrative units of the University.

Publications that are 11”x17” should have a minimum logo size of 2" wide.

Publications that are 8.5”x11” should have a minimum logo size of 1 ½" wide.

Publications that are smaller than 8.5” x 11” should never be less than 1 ¼” wide.

Larger or smaller minimum sizes may be necessary for other media such as video and film, or products that require specialized manufacturing. If you feel you need to use the logo smaller or have questions about extra-large files, contact the Marketing & Communications Office for assistance.

Sting, the Yellow Jacket mascot, may be used in addition to but not as a replacement for the official logo on most publications. Specific departments, athletics, alumni, and student organizations, may choose to use the mascot rather than the logo as long as the words Black Hills State University are prominently included. Other departments and organizations may use the mascot in conjunction with the official logo.

The Yellow Jacket should not be changed or altered without seeking approval of minor modifications from Michael Jastorff, University Bookstore 605.642.6279.

The logo may be reduced or enlarged proportionally, but the relationship of the elements may not be distorted, altered or modified in any way.

The Black Hills State University seal should be used only on official documents, such as diplomas, certificates, awards, and applications.

If you wish to use the seal for official University documents, please contact the Marketing office for the file at 642-6215.