What are NC State’s trademarks?
An NC State trademark is any mark, logo, symbol, nickname, letter(s), word or derivative that can be associated with NC State and can be distinguished from those of other institutions or entities. NC State has both graphical trademarks and verbiage that are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The graphical trademarks are those that are commonly called “logos” and include the famous “Block S,” “Tuffy Logo Strutting,” and “Tuffy Logo head” among others. Also trademarked are the chancellor’s or official seal and the commercial seal.
