Branding & Media

Approved resources for using The Five Colleges of Ohio brand

About The Five Colleges of Ohio

The Five Colleges of Ohio is a consortium connecting Denison University, Kenyon College, Oberlin College, Ohio Wesleyan University, and The College of Wooster. Together, these five leading colleges maximize resources, expand opportunities, and create greater impact through strategic partnerships, undergraduate research, experiential learning, and collaboration that advances student success and institutional excellence.

Please use the text above when referencing The Five Colleges of Ohio in news releases, event materials, or publications.

Official Name

The Five Colleges of Ohio

Acceptable references

  • Five Colleges of Ohio
  • Ohio Five

Messaging

When describing The Five Colleges of Ohio, emphasize:

  • Collaboration across five leading liberal arts colleges
  • Strategic partnerships that expand collective impact
  • Student opportunities and career pathways
  • Undergraduate research and experiential learning
  • Workforce and employer engagement

Lead with the consortium’s collective strength and value, rather than individual institutions, when appropriate.

Member College References

The Official order to use when referencing our member institutions:

  • Denison University
  • Kenyon College
  • Oberlin College
  • Ohio Wesleyan University
  • The College of Wooster

Represent member institutions equally unless the initiative requires otherwise.

Brand Colors

The Five Colleges of Ohio visual identity uses the following primary colors.

Dark Green
#536942

Light Green
#526840BF

Gold
#BF9C00

Gray
#E6E6E6

Beige
#F5F5F5

White
#FFFFFF

Our preferred typeface is Mulish. When unavailable, use a sans serif font.

Logo Colors

The Five Colleges of Ohio visual identity uses the following primary colors.

Red
#E81727

Purple
#8F8OFF

Dark Red
#C8102E

Dark Gray
#29333A

Gold
#FCB900

White
#FFFFFF

These colors should be used consistently across digital and print materials.

Logo Usage

Ohio Five logos may be used only with permission and must use the official files provided in the media kit.

When using the logo:

  • Maintain the original proportions
  • Maintain adequate clear space around the logo
  • Do not distort, crop, alter or add effects
  • Use full-color whenever possible
  • Use white on dark backgrounds; black on light backgrounds

Photography

We encourage the use of authentic photography that reflects:

  • Students, faculty, campus life
  • Research and experiential learning
  • Employer partnerships
  • Collaborative programs and events

Avoid generic stock or AI photography whenever possible. Images should accurately represent the diversity and mission of our consortium and member institutions.

Co-Branding

When using The Five Colleges of Ohio brand alongside another organization’s logo:

  • Maintain equal visual prominence unless otherwise agreed
  • Preserve clear space around each logo
  • Do not combine logos into a single graphic
  • Do not modify either organization’s logo
  • Contact us before creating new co-branded materials for public distribution

Media Inquiries

For interviews, media inquiries, partnership announcements, or other brand asset requests, please contact us.

Media Kit Download

The media kit includes brand guidelines PDF, and official logos. Download Assets >>