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University Brand
 The “Shining Star in the Heart of Houston” is the brand that identifies several of the characteristics that make the University of St. Thomas unique among institutions of higher education. With permission of the Office of Publications, the UST Shining Star brand is used both internally and externally in a variety of popular and commercial applications. The brand may also identify documents, such as certificates of appreciation, awards, invitations or other similar uses. It is also used on University business cards and stationery.
The star represents the University’s geographic location in Texas, the Lone Star State. This star is also an element of the official and traditional University Seal. The bottom of the star is rounded, corresponding to the spherical nature of the Chapel of St. Basil’s dome. Architect Philip Johnson came out of retirement to design the Chapel of St. Basil. Since its consecration in 1997, the Chapel has become an architectural masterpiece recognized around the world. The cross, of course, represents our Christian faith tradition. It sits atop the dome. |
University Seal
 The official seal expresses the character of the University of St. Thomas and places it in context with its geographic location and its philosophical position within the Roman Catholic Church.
The seal utilizes the official University colors of red and gold. The golden cross that bisects the shield symbolizes the divinity of Christ. The red field represents the humanity of Christ.
The remainder of the seal expresses the universality of the Church and the historical and geographic origins of the University of St. Thomas. The dove and rayonnant sun in the upper left quadrant symbolize St. Thomas Aquinas, while the dove in the third quarter represents St. Basil, patron of the Basilian Fathers who founded the University in 1947. Both Doctors of the Church, St. Thomas and St. Basil represent the universality of both the Western and Eastern Churches, respectively.
A star and hyacinth bloom occupy the shield’s second and third quarters. The star associates the University with Texas, the Lone Star State. The hyacinth reminds us of San Jacinto, a river and a battle where Texas independence was won in 1836.
The motto, Crescamus in Christo, reminds us that as we advance in knowledge and wisdom, we should also grow in love and service of Christ. |
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