Am I required to use the MSU logo?

yes. Our logo is a very important part of our public identity. The correct and standardized use of the logo is highly advantageous to projecting and reinforcing our identity in our messages. According to the MSU Graphics Identification and Branding Policy "the University logo should appear on all University publications." New standards and policies are currently being developed to formalize several of these branding processes, but in the interim, we are asking all stakeholders to follow these guidelines. Given the wide variety of programs within the university, the guidelines do allow for some exceptions. Please read the document to see if these may apply to you.