University Seal

The official seal of CSUDH signifies the academic character, history, and mission of the university. It is appropriately used in support of official CSUDH policies, decisions, ceremonies, or other formal actions of the university as an academic institution. In order to maintain its integrity and effectiveness, the seal should not be used for relatively informal or routine materials, or for materials not directly related to academic purposes. The university seal is used primarily as a signal of authentication. Within a publication, it will typically appear on the inside front or inside back cover, or on the first or last page—whichever is appropriate.

A graphic representation of the seal is appropriate on such printed materials as the following:

Ceremonial documents, such as awards, certificates, diplomas, and proclamations
Commemorative display items created for limited distribution, of high quality, and for a specific purpose
Formal stationery
Formal invitations and notecards
Legal documents
Financial documents, such as the official university budget, checks, and other financial papers, where it is essentially a mark of guarantee
CSUDH policy manuals