TAMPA, Fla. – University of South Florida President Judy Genshaft unveiled a new logo and new brand theme for the institution on Wednesday. But, it didn't go over well on social media.
The announcement marked the first time in more than a decade either had been changed.
“It became clear that the field is wide open for us to develop and own our identity,” Genshaft said. “Like any great organization, we now have a clear, consistent brand to guide us as we continue to evolve in the future.”
The new look is intended for use by academic and other non-athletics departments.
USF Athletics will continue to use the traditional “Bull U” logo.
The new brand theme will be “United, we Shape the Future,” with an official launch planned during Homecoming Week in October.
Social media isn't sold on USF's new logo
The Twitter reaction to USF's new logo wasn't exactly what the school had hoped.
One user described it as "absolutely atrocious," while others compared it to the Merrill Lynch logo.
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