Trademarks & Licensing

UNM's marks and the reputation they represent are important assets to the University. It is important to protect and promote these marks through trademark licensing programs. The names, initials, logos, and graphics associated with The University of New Mexico are all trademarks belonging to UNM. By law, these trademarks cannot be used commercially without the Licensing Director's permission. Violation of this law is a misdemeanor.

HOW TRADEMARKS WORK FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO

The widespread use of the UNM mark on letterhead, signs, brochures, and products broadens and enhances the image of our school. It also serves as a subtle form of advertising. People wearing T-shirts supporting UNM programs advertise the school—they are like walking billboards. To protect UNM's good name and prestige, its trademarks must be used properly.

LICENSING

UNM licenses the use of its marks to specific manufacturers, thereby controlling who uses them and for what purpose. Through licensing agreements, UNM ensures that only approved representations of UNM's marks appear before the public. Maintaining a consistent, recognizable image on quality products reinforces UNM's image of excellence, thereby adding value not only to retail products but to all services and products of the University.

For assistance or referral, please contact:
Ethan Rule
Director of University Marketing
UNM’s Trademarks & Licensing Administrator
505.277.2322
rule7597@unm.edu 

To inquire about becoming a licensed vendor, visit the Affinity Licensing website.

Carolyn Dale
Director of Strategic Partnerships
Affinity Licensing
carolyn@affinitylicensing.com

Licensed Vendors

A full list of licensed vendors is available on the Affinity Licensing clients list.

Licensed Promotional Item Vendors

Several local and national companies are licensed to produce "internal items" or promotional items, giveaways and uniforms for University departments. You can find that list and promotional item ordering tips here.

 

Licensed Item Restrictions

Certain products have been restricted and may only be produced by one or a few vendors because of University procurement contracts. Here are some of the licensed and unlicensed items that must be ordered through specific vendors.

UNM's Trademarked Phrases

The University of New Mexico®

UNM™

New Mexico™

Lobos®

The Pit®

Cherry and Silver ™

Be a Lobo™

Everyone's a Lobo ™

Mile High and Louder Than...™

Lobo for Life™

We Are New Mexico®

Infringement

Protecting UNM's trademarks is a key part of any licensing program, and necessary to maintain University trademark rights. 

Report potential UNM trademark infringement