Institutional Identification Manual 2025

De La Salle University Institutional Identification Manual 2025

INTRODUCTION

Signatures of the University, Colleges/School and Campuses

The Symbols and their Meanings

De La Salle University logo
De La Salle University Campus names
De La Salle University Integrated School logo
Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education logo
Carlos L. Tiu School of Economics logo
College of Computer Studies logo
College of Liberal Arts logo
College of Science logo
Gokongwei College of Engineering logo
Ramon V. Del Rosario College of Business logo
School of Innovation and Sustainability logo
School of Lifelong Learning logo
Tañada-Diokno School of Law logo

Typography

The logotype of DLSU
The logotype of the colleges and school

Color Standard

Green
Black

Signature Configurations

Using the full DLSU signature

Horizontal orientation
Vertical orientation
Using the DLSU logo alone
Using the DLSU logo and College/School logo together
Using the College/School logo alone
Using the DLSU logo, College/School logo and research center logo
Using the DLSU logos and affiliate institution logos
Using the DLSU logo and signature with office / department
Using the DLSU seal and social media logos together

Color Guide

One-color printing variations

The logos in black
The logos in green
The logos on black/dark background
The logos on green background

Two-color printing variations

Using the DLSU logo and College/School logo together
Using the College logo alone
The logos on black/dark background

General rule on the use of the signatures / logos

Application of the logos

Office Signages Horizontal orientation
Office Signages Vertical orientation
Letterheads
Envelopes
Folders
Flag/Banners
Shirts
Pins (logo on black/dark background)
Pins (logo on light background)
Poster with social media logos
Roll-up banner with social media logos
Nimlok Expand with social media logos

What is the
Lasallian
brand of
education?

The logo of De La Salle University has been carried by the Institution since its establishment as a university in 1975.

 

In the Philippines, De La Salle University has earned the recognition of being a leader in higher education. Following the faith and charism of St. John Baptist de La Salle—Founder of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and Patron Saint of Teachers—DLSU serves as a major national resource through its transformative education, impactful research, and strong service-learning and community engagement.

 

The University is acknowledged for its excellence and service, replete with a deep sense of history and Christian tradition and, at the same time, attuned to the emerging cultures brought about by technological advancements.

The growing network of La Salle alumni–leaders and achievers not only in the country but also in the international scene–defines best the quality of Lasallian education.

 

In 1998, DLSU reinforced its image as a trailblazing academic institution that is pro-active in the task of community and nation-building with “The Future Begins Here” brand positioning. The University takes crucial steps in its continuing campaign to maintain, protect, and build its image amid various developments.

 

This Institutional Identification Manual provides the guidelines for the consistent use and application of the university signature as well as the college and school signatures.

 

This manual also includes various applications of these institutional signatures.

SIGNATURES OF THE UNIVERSITY, COLLEGES, SCHOOLS, AND CAMPUSES

DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY LOGO

The logo of De La Salle University has the following parts:

  • • The five-pointed star at the center is the Signum Fidei star. It is a sign of faith and is the symbol of the La Salle Brothers (Fraternum Scholarum Christianarum). The star also means hope. The five points, bisected into green and white areas, represent benevolence, civility, humanitarianism, service-oriented goals, and scientific pursuit.
  • • The two laurel fronds represent glory and honor.
  • • The motto ‘Religio, Mores, Cultura’ in Arial Bold typeface surmounts the star and the laurel leaves, forming an arch.
  • • The name ‘De La Salle University’ in Arial Narrow Typeface serves as a border around the upper portion of the seal. The word ‘Manila’ in white Arial typeface is carried at the bottom of the seal.
DLSU Logo

DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY CAMPUS NAMES

The official name of all campuses is De La Salle University.

 

As the main campus, DLSU Manila is referred to as De La Salle University. The other campuses will have a brand name that bears its geographical location, namely: DLSU Laguna Campus, DLSU BGC Campus, DLSU McKinley Microcampus, and DLSU Lian Campus.

DLSU Campuses
Brand Name Official Name Brand Name Application Official Name Application
De La Salle University (for Manila Campus)
De La Salle University Laguna Campus
De La Salle University BGC Campus
De La Salle University McKinley Microcampus
DLSU Lian Campus
De La Salle University
  • • Marketing for external publics (print ads, flyers, billboards, PR materials)
  • • Internal communications
  • • Merchandise
  • • Internal events (student events, conferences, seminars, workshops, trainings)
  • • Official documents (government documents, service agreements, MOAs, etc.)
  • • Official correspondences (i.e. letterheads)
  • • Research papers and journal citations
  • • Formal events (conferment, commencement exercises, flyers, billboards, PR materials)
  • • Calling cards
  • • Advancement and alumni activities
DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY INTEGRATED SCHOOL

The logo of De La Salle University has the following parts:

  • • The signature De La Salle University Integrated School is used on official documents.
  • • Official documents refer to diplomas, report cards, transcript of records, letterheads, and awards.
DLSU Integrated School Logo
BAGFCED

Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education logo

The icon can be seen in different ways: 1) the pages of a book; 2) the movement of wind; and 3) the letter E, which stands for “Education”. Seen as such, the icon signifies dynamism, freedom, constant movement, and energy that propel the mind to take flight and discover new knowledge.

CLTSOE

Carlos L. Tiu School of Economics Logo

The icon for the Carlos L. Tiu School of Economics is a stylized rendition of a sphere with a sliced part. This symbol represents both the macro and micro levels of economics. The slice, a portion of the whole, stands for what economics is all about–a study of labor, land, and investments; of money, income, and production; and of taxes and government expenditures of a particular society.

CCS

College of Computer Studies logo

A computer monitor is used to symbolize the advancement of modern computer studies. It also stands as a window to the teeming possibilities that modern computer technology holds in the future. The icon echoes the advancements in the curricula of CCS in providing a deeper understanding of modern computer technology.

CLA

College of Liberal Arts logo

A ship’s sail for an icon brings to mind voyages, quests, ‘blue oceans,’ and the like, capturing the essential qualities of CLA—creative, open to change, pioneering, and in constant search of knowledge and truth.

COS

College of Science logo

An atom, the most basic component of matter, is used to symbolize the scientific method. It connotes experimentation, which helps us understand the intricacies of fundamental concepts as we further pursue the lessons of science.

GCOE

Gokongwei College of Engineering logo

One of the greatest inventions, the wheel represents brilliance and innovativeness, as well as something essential. This icon, ubiquitous in the field of engineering, best represents the pioneering achievements of GCOE.

RVRCOB

Ramon V. del Rosario College of Business logo

The RVRCOB logo symbolizes a point of intersection or the coming together of different units in the supply chain. The concept of interaction refers not only to business, but also to the intellectual exchanges in the classroom, and to the partnerships with our networks in the academe, government, and industry.

TDSOL

Tañada-Diokno School of Law logo

Scales – the icon for this college is a modern adaptation of a classic symbol for justice. It reflects a forward-looking college that is committed to serve as a key resource of future legal practitioners as well as global leaders with a strong advocacy on human rights and environmental protection, and sustainability.

SIS

School of Innovation and Sustainability logo

The symbol captures the vision of a green future, using a stylized leaf to highlight sustainability and the light bulb to represent technology and innovation.

SOLL

School of Lifelong Learning logo

The turning pages represent the process of learning, which DLSU advocates to be a constant goal and experience for all.

THE LOGOTYPE OF DLSU

De La Salle University: typeface Galliard, 90% condensed, normal tracking

Typography Sample 1 Typography Sample 2

THE LOGOTYPE OF

THE COLLEGES AND SCHOOLS

Garamond, regular

Frutiger LT Std 65 Bold

Logotype Fonts

College Logo Signature

COLOR STANDARD

Garamond, regular

Frutiger LT Std 65 Bold

Green Color Standard Black Color Standard
SIGNATURE CONFIGURATIONS

Using the full DLSU signature

Horizontal orientation

It shows the logo placed side by side with the logotype

Horizontal Orientation

Vertical orientation

It shows the logo placed side by side with the logotype

Vertical Orientation

Using the DLSU logo alone

The DLSU logo may appear without the logotype. However, the logotype should never be used without the logo, unless it is part of a text.

Logo Alone

Using the DLSU logo and College/School logo together

The DLSU logo side by side the college logos are used for banners, backdrops, print materials, and handouts of events and programs that are organized, funded and/or conducted by the college where the main audience is external to DLSU.

When used together, the DLSU logo should always appear at the left side and the College logo at the right. Note that the ‘De La Salle University’ logotype below the College logo is dropped when the two logos appear together.

Combined Logos

USING THE COLLEGE/SCHOOL LOGO ALONE

The college logo is used for banners, backdrops, print materials and handouts of projects and programs that are organized, funded and/or conducted by the college where DLSU is the main audience.

When appearing alone, the College signature composed of the College logo and the ‘De La Salle University’ logotype below it should be used.

College Logo Alone

USING THE DLSU LOGO, COLLEGE/SCHOOL LOGO AND RESEARCH CENTER LOGO

The University logo always precedes the college logo followed by the college research center logo.

Research Center Logos

USING THE DLSU AND AFFILIATE INSTITUTION LOGOS

Official collaborative projects and events between colleges, departments, and research centers may use their logo / signature together with the logos of their affiliate institution. University logos/signature always precedes the affiliate institution’s logo. The latter is always placed on the far right.

Affiliate Logos

USING THE DLSU LOGO AND SIGNATURE WITH OFFICE/DEPARTMENT

The University logo precedes the name of the offices of the President, Chancellor, Vice Chancellors, and the units directly reporting to them. On the other hand, the University signature is always above the name of the offices of the President, Chancellor, Vice Chancellors, and the units directly reporting to them.

Office Signatures

The University logo precedes the college logo/name followed by the name of the department or office. On the other hand, the University signature is always above the name of the college / school followed by the department or office.

Office Signatures

USING THE DLSU SEAL AND SOCIAL MEDIA LOGOS TOGETHER

When used together, the DLSU logo should always appear at the left side and the social media logo(s) at the right. The recommended proportion for the social media logo is 1/4 the height of the DLSU logo. The social media name will have a 1/8 height proportion of the institutional logo using Frutiger Lt Std 65 Bold.

Social Media Logos

Using the institutional symbol with various IDs in a horizontal orientation

Various IDs Horizontal
COLOR GUIDE

The DLSU signature is originally set in green, while the College logos are originally set in black. There are, however, alternative color schemes that can be used depending on the background hue. These color schemes are offered in view of the preferences and requirements of the user.

ONE-COLOR PRINTING VARIATIONS

The logos in black

The DLSU signature / DLSU logo / College or School signature / College or School logo / social media logos may be set in black if placed on white/ light background.

Logos in Black

The logos in green

The DLSU signature / DLSU logo / Campus signature / Campus logo / College or School signature / social media logos may be set in green if placed on white/ light background.

Logos in Green

The logos on black/dark background

The DLSU signature / DLSU logo / Campus signature / Campus logo / College or School signature / College or School logo / social media logos may be set in white or green if placed on black/ dark background.

Logos on Dark Background

The logos on green background

Logos on Green Background

TWO-COLOR PRINTING VARIATIONS

Using the DLSU logo and College/School logo together

The DLSU logo and the icon in the College/School logo should be in green. The box of the College/School logo should be in black, and the College name in white.

Two-Color Combined Logos

Using the College logo alone

The College/School logo’s icon and the University’s name should be in green and the box in black if placed on white/ light background.

Two-Color College Alone

The logos on black/dark background

The DLSU logo and the College/School name and icon should be in white, and the College/School logo box should be in green, if placed on black or dark background.

Two-Color Dark Background
GENERAL RULE ON THE USE OF THE SIGNATURES/LOGOS

A signature is a combination of the University logo and logo type. The offices of the President, Chancellor, Vice Chancellors, and the units directly reporting to them will use a signature in lieu of unique logos.

OFFICE SIGNAGES

Horizontal Orientation

Horizontal Orientation Signage

Vertical Orientation

Vertical Orientation Signage

Letterheads

Letterhead Design

Envelopes

Envelope Design

Folders

Folder Design

Flag Banners

Flag Banners HorizontalFlag Banners Vertical

Shirts

Shirts HorizontalShirts Vertical

Pins (logo on black/dark background)

Pins Dark Background

Pins (logo on light background)

Pins Light Background

Poster with social media logos

Poster with Social Media

Roll-up banner with social media logos

Roll-up Banner

Nimlok Expand with social media logos

Nimlok Expand

De La Salle University Institutional Identification Manual 2025

is published by the Strategic Communications Office of De La Salle University

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