MARK-001 Trademark Licensing

I. Policy Statement

Fort Lewis College regulates the use of its marks in publication, on the internet, on signage and on apparel and gift items such as uniforms, t-shirts, caps, key chains, mugs, backpacks, etc. Every individual and entity including organizations, clubs, teams, groups, offices, departments, etc., must use a licensed vendor to produce anything that has Fort Lewis College marks on it. Those who profit commercially from the sale of products with Fort Lewis College marks will pay an 8% royalty fee based on the wholesale price (and must use a licensed vendor). Any use outside of what is outlined here, and on the Fort Lewis College Licensing website, is prohibited.

Any printed material, apparel or novelty item bearing the Fort Lewis College name or any of its marks, must be printed, embroidered, manufactured, etc. by a licensed vendor. Artwork will go through an approval process through the licensed vendor.

Only vendors licensed with Fort Lewis College are permitted to manufacture Fort Lewis College trademarked products (see procedures below).

III. Responsibilities 

For following the policy:  All employees and students

For enforcement of the policy: Director of Marketing

For oversight of the policy: Vice President for Advancement

For notification of policy: Policy Librarian

For procedures implementing the policy: Director of Marketing

VI. Cross-Referenced Policies 

Fort Lewis College Licensing website

Approved vendor list