Logo

The logo is RUB’s most important visual identifier. It represents who we are and ensures instant recognition—on campus, in research, and wherever RUB has a presence.

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Sender options

We use different logo versions depending on who is communicating:

1. RUB as the sender – We use the logo without any additional elements.
We use this version for the university’s central communications.

2. RUB as sender with the institution’s name – The logo includes the name of a faculty or institution, making clear which part of RUB is speaking.

3. Sub-organisation as sender with RUB endorsement – Initiatives or projects with their own logo show their connection to RUB by placing our wordmark alongside theirs.

RUB as sender

RUB as sender with institution

Sub-organisation as sender with RUB endorsement

Please note: Contact cd@rub.de to confirm which version applies to your use case. This helps us maintain a consistent look.

For Designers

At a Glance

Our logo consists of a cube featuring the letters “RUB,”
paired with the wordmark “Ruhr-Universität Bochum.”

Our logo consists of (1) the cube and (2) the wordmark

Logo Versions

In designed materials, there are two options: In the standard logo, the text appears directly next to the cube. We can use this version in our designs and also share it with external partners. For more flexible designs, there is a variant in which the cube and the text appear separately. This version is not intended for sharing with external parties.

Clear Space

The logo needs clear space to breathe. We maintain a defined margin between the logo and surrounding elements such as text, images, or page edges. This clear space ensures the logo retains its visual impact.

Clear space equals 1/5 of the cube height (RUB as sender with institution)

Clear space equals 1/3 of the wordmark height (sub-organisation with RUB endorsement)

Minimum size

To ensure the logo is clearly legible, we do not go below a specified minimum size. In digital media, the logo must be at least 36 px high (except for the favicon). In print, the logo must be at least 11 mm high. If the wordmark appears on its own, it must be at least 7 px or 2 mm high.

**Minimum height of the cube (X):**
Digital: 36 px
Print: 11 mm

**Minimum height of wordmark (Y):**
Digital: 7 px
Print: 2 mm

Logo Alongside Partner Logos

When our logo appears next to other logos, we match their height so all logos carry equal visual weight.
If partner logos appear in a single colour (e.g. grey), our logo may also be shown in that colour for a cohesive look.

Logo alongside partner logos

Logo alongside partner logos (grey)

Example application

Special case: logo on blue

When the logo appears on a blue background—such as signage or wayfinding systems—we use the negative version with the cube and wordmark in white.
If printing limitations prevent this, a black-and-white version may be used instead.

Special Case: Social Media and Favicon

For apps, profile pictures, favicons, and social media, we use a dedicated version: the cube centred within a circle, optimised for small, often round display areas.
Separate versions are available for favicons and app icons.

Custom Logos for Faculties and Sub-Organisations

When a faculty or institution communicates as part of RUB, we add its name to the wordmark. Depending on length, the text is arranged over two or three lines, with a maximum of 30 characters per line. Line breaks are chosen for optimal legibility.

To request a custom logo, please contact cd@rub.de.

For sub-organisations with their own visual identity, the sub-organisation’s logo appears on the left, with “Ruhr-Universität Bochum” in three lines to the right. This keeps the RUB connection visible without overshadowing the sub-organisation’s profile. Please coordinate with cd@rub.de.