Columbia Lions
A front-facing lion head in Columbia blue and navy with mouth wide open, showing teeth in white. A new shade of Columbia blue
Columbia Lions
2025 - Present
A vertical wordmark "COLUMBIA" in Columbia blue with black trim next to a front-facing lion head in Columbia blue and navy with mouth wide open showing teeth in white.
Columbia Lions
2025 - Present
A block letter "C" with serifs in Columbia blue with navy drop shadow.
A new shade of Columbia blue.
Columbia Lions
2006 - 2025
A block letter "C" with serifs in Columbia blue with navy drop shadow.
Columbia Lions
1997 - 2025
A front-facing lion head in Columbia blue and navy with mouth wide open, showing teeth in white.
Columbia Lions
1997 - 2006
A blue and light blue lion walks forward, its claws out and tail encircling it.
Columbia Lions
1997 - 2006
A blue and light blue lion walks forward, its claws out, tail encircling it, set against a blue cityscape.
Columbia Lions
1997 - 2006
An interlocking block initials "CU" in dark blue with black outline.
Note that the letter "U" has serifs, but the letter "C" does not.
Columbia Lions
1997 - 2006
An interlocking block initials "CU" in dark blue.
Note that the letter "U" has serifs, but the letter "C" does not.
Columbia Lions Logo History
The Columbia Lions Alternate logo has played a supporting role throughout the Columbia Lions logo history. Over time, alternate marks introduced secondary symbols, layout variations, and subtle color changes. As a result, the Columbia University logo system stayed recognizable while offering variety across uniforms and promotional use. More background is available on Lions Wikipedia.
As design standards evolved, each Columbia Lions Alternate logo reflected its era. Therefore, some alternates appeared traditional and restrained, while others adopted cleaner and more modern styling. These updates expanded the Columbia Lions logo history without replacing the primary identity tied closely to the Columbia University logo.
While this page focuses on alternate designs, typography remains essential to the brand. For that reason, visit Columbia Lions Wordmark Logo Page to see how lettering styles align with alternate marks. Together, wordmarks and each Columbia Lions Alternate logo complete the visual timeline of the Columbia Lions logo history from start to present.
