Information About GW's Brand Refresh
As recently reported in GW Today, GW is currently undergoing a brand refresh. New visual identity standards and guidelines will be provided in Spring 2026. If you have questions, contact visualidentity
gwu [dot] edu.
While we are always happy to help you with your design needs, we understand that there are some projects that are easier to accomplish with self-serve files. To help serve this need, we are excited to offer a library of branded templates for university departments and schools to download. Current templates include:
If you are looking to order business cards, letterhead (print and electronic) and/or envelopes, these items, which adhere to the university's branding guidelines, can be purchased through iBuy. Look for "Dupli" under the Office Supplies and Furniture section of iBuy.
Email signature templates are available for use on Gmail, Outlook, Mac Mail app, iPhone and iPad Mail app, and the Android Gmail app.
Official email signatures should only be used by GW faculty and staff. Please ensure your email signature reflects the most current template available.
There are eight background options to choose from featuring refreshed GW branding.
Note: Virtual backgrounds may not be available on all versions of Zoom and Webex. If you have questions about using backgrounds on your computer or mobile device, contact the GW IT Support Center.
Canva provides a user-friendly interface that allows partners of all experience levels to customize templates for university department or school use.
If you have a recurring project and think you may need a template that is not provided here, please submit a project request. We will reach out to discuss your needs after reviewing your submission.
To learn more about how to use Canva templates, you can watch a recorded training.
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Use these templates and Canva to adjust images to some commonly used sizes.
All PowerPoint templates are sized for wide-screen (16:9 ratio).
To use the templates, you need MS PowerPoint 7.0 or higher:
To use the PDF templates, you will need Acrobat Reader/Pro. You will not be able to save the typed information unless you have Acrobat Pro installed on your device.
Looking for ways to celebrate the holiday season with your community? We’ve got you covered with a variety of editable templates and downloads, including:
Looking for ways to rep your GW community? Check out templates provided by our schools and colleges, including:
