What does the Harvard logo stand for? The president of Harvard Josiah Quincy came up with a rough sketch of the logo in 1836. The logo is a shield with the Latin phrase “VERITAS” or “TRUTH” placed on three books.
Why is the Harvard logo Veritas?
On Sept. 8, 1836, at Harvard's Bicentennial celebration, it was announced that President Josiah Quincy had found the first rough sketch of the College arms – a shield with the Latin motto “VERITAS” (“Verity” or “Truth”) on three books – while researching his History of Harvard University in the College Archives.
What is Harvard's crest?
Description. The Harvard University coat of arms, or shield, has a field of the color 'Harvard Crimson'. In the foreground are three open books with the word VERITAS (Latin for 'truth') inscribed across them. This shield provides the basis for the shields of Harvard University's various schools.
What is Harvard logo font?
Harvard logo uses the Garamond typeface.
What is Harvard's mascot?
John Harvard, the PilgrimГарвардский университет / Талисман
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