CSU Office of Internal Affairs and Events Management

The Office of Publication’s main objective is to ensure a level of uniformity for print and design matters for the University. Achieving a unified graphic image for Chicago State University (CSU) depends to a great extent upon the cooperation of faculty, staff and students. The guidelines presented are intended to assist in working toward that synergistic graphic image. This does not mean that all brochures, flyers, posters, and other communication materials must look the same. But it does mean that the general public should be able to recognize a certain “look” or “brand” which identifies Chicago State University. Use of this standard image leads to increased awareness of the University and its educational mission of excellence.

The Office of Publications supports the mission of the University by producing key publications, which keep alumni, faculty, staff and friends of Chicago State University informed about the main events, developments and success of the University. The office is responsible for seeing that the university’s wordmark and seal are used correctly and that other graphic design elements are implemented. This responsibility includes publications in both print and electronic form that are institutional in nature and are distributed to external and internal audiences.

Sue Gould Assistant Director of Publications
(773) 995-2016
E-mail sgould@csu.edu

Policy Statement
The Office of Publications should be involved in or provides consultation on all publications purchased with university funds and published for an on- or off-campus audience. The Office of the President has delegated review and final authorization for printing to the OIAEM. Individuals may also be required to seek approval from the account administrator, department or office heads, or dean’s office.

Statement of Purpose
With the advent of personal computers and desktop publishing, many individuals and departments will be producing their own publications. In the event that you wish to produce your own communications, you will be responsible for meeting certain standards of excellence prescribed by the Office of Publications.

Close observances of these guidelines will not only increase your product’s effectiveness, but will also keep it well within the mission of maintaining the image that is Chicago State University. For more information or a copy of the Publication Manuals: Policies and Procedures, contact Mr. Vernon Warren, Director of Publications and Cougar Copy Services at (773) 995-2013.