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Fonts are a key visual component to building a consistent, powerful brand. The following fonts have been carefully selected to represent the DU and Daniels brand. It is important to utilize them, both internally and externally, to maintain a level of uniformity across all communication materials.
The primary font family used by the University is Futura. Trebuchet, a common system font, may be substituted for Futura for the purpose of electronic presentations that are shared with outside partners who do not have access to Futura. No other typefaces should be substituted, no matter how similar they appear.
If you find that your computer is missing approved fonts, contact DU’s IT Department.
Futura, a sans serif font, is derived from simple geometric forms. Its modern appearance is characterized by efficiency and forwardness. Four variations of this typeface are commonly used throughout a variety of communication materials: Book, Book Oblique, Heavy and Heavy Oblique. PC versions are: Futura LT Book and Futura LT Medium. Never use Futura Bold, faux bold or faux italic.
Tangerine is a script font used to give a more personal feel and to lend formality to invitations.
Minion Pro is a classic serif font.
MaryDale is a handwritten font used to give a casual and fun feel to collateral pieces.
Zoom Backgrounds
Zoom recommends using a green screen if you apply a background image. Wearing clothing that highly contrast with your background will also help Zoom distinguish you from the background. For more information on using background images, see Zoom’s support website.
Fax, Letterhead & Memo
Please adhere to the following guidelines when using these forms:
- The top margin for plain letters is 1.75 inches from the top of the page.
- The top margin for other communication materials, including memos and faxes, is 1.75 inches for headers. The body copy should begin 2.75 inches from the top of the page.
- The recommended fonts for body copy are Times New Roman, Frutiger or Minion Pro. Please refer to the University of Denver Brand Guidelines for additional information.
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Monitors
Please review the Daniels Brand Standards for writing tips.