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²ÝÝ®´«Ã½ the Brand

We have great stories to tell at ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½.

Whether it's the groundbreaking work our faculty do every day, the multidimensional talents of our students, or the myriad accomplishments of our alumni, ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½ has an abundance of stories to tell. By sharing these stories consistently, across a wide variety of media, through a variety of channels, we can create a compelling brand narrative and a powerful message.

Content Tools

Ensure that the voice, tone and words used in your copy reflects the ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½ brand.

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Key Message Themes

Throughout all the diverse stories ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½ needs to tell, some common themes arise. The themes reflect our strategic pillars.

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Personality, Voice and Tone

The voice used in communications, as well as the tone applied in various situations, should be consistent with ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½'s personality.

²ÝÝ®´«Ã½ Fact Sheet

The fact sheet is updated annually, typically around the start of the new fiscal year. Use the ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½ fact sheet to highlight points of pride.

Brand Narrative

The narrative is a simple articulation of the ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½ brand. It is not a script or an elevator speech, but a guide to inspire brand storytelling. Copy from the narrative can be adopted for the specific information you need to convey, or just used to ensure that you've captured the proper voice.