Canisius Golden Griffins
A side view of a griffin flying with claws out in gold, white, and blue above a bottom arched wordmark “CANISIUS” with an arched underscore in blue with gold highlights and arched “COLLEGE” in blue. A new shade of gold.
Golden Griffins Wordmark Logo
The Canisius Golden Griffins wordmark logo has a rich and storied history that dates back to the early 1930s. The logo, which features a stylized griffin with broad wings, was first introduced during the university's transition from Canisius College to Canisius College of Buffalo. This new logo represents the school's fierce, determined spirit and commitment to academic excellence.
Over the years, the Canisius Golden Griffins wordmark logo has undergone several changes and updates, but its core elements have remained the same. In the 1960s, the logo was updated to include the school's colors of blue and gold, and in the 1980s, the griffin was given a more modern and streamlined look. Today, the logo symbolizes pride and tradition for the Canisius community, prominently displayed on everything from athletic uniforms to school merchandise.
The Canisius Golden Griffins wordmark logo not only represents the university's athletic teams but also symbolizes the school's values and mission. The griffin, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle, is known for its strength, courage, and intelligence. These qualities are reflected in the university's academic and athletic programs and the character of its students and alumni. As the logo continues to evolve and adapt to changing times, it will remain a powerful and iconic symbol of the Canisius Golden Griffins.
Canisius Golden Griffins
2006 - Present
A bottom arched wordmark "GRIFFS" in blue with gold trim with a tail.
Font: Custom
Canisius Golden Griffins
2006 - Present
A bottom arched wordmark "CANISIUS" in blue with gold trim and a wordmark "COLLEGE" in gold on a blue with gold trim banner background.
A new shade of gold.
Font: Custom
Canisius Golden Griffins
1999 - 2006
A bottom arched wordmark "CANISIUS" in blue with gold trim and a wordmark "COLLEGE" in gold on a blue with gold trim banner background.
Font: Custom
Canisius Golden Griffins
1999 - 2006
A bottom arched wordmark "GRIFFS" in blue with gold trim and a wordmark CANISIUS COLLEGE in blue and "GOLDEN" in gold on a blue with gold trim banner background.
Font: Custom