Mountain Hawks Wordmark Logo

The Lehigh Mountain Hawks have a long and storied history in the NCAA. As one of the oldest collegiate athletic programs in America, they have become an iconic symbol of college athletics. The Mountain Hawks logo has been around for almost as long as the program itself, representing a proud tradition that continues to this day.

The original Lehigh University wordmark logo was designed by legendary graphic designer Saul Bass in 1969. It featured bold lettering with an angular hawk perched atop it - all set against a bright blue background to represent both strength and power within its design elements. This classic look quickly became synonymous with Lehigh's athletic teams, appearing on everything from jerseys to banners at sporting events throughout the years since its inception over fifty years ago!

In 2006, after nearly four decades of use, it was time for an update – so designer Todd Radom created a new version that included some subtle changes while still maintaining many aspects of its predecessor’s design: most notably keeping Saul Bass' original hawk silhouette but giving it more depth & detail through color-blocking techniques; adding additional typefaces & flourishes; plus introducing two different versions (one featuring just “Lehigh” and another showcasing “Mountain Hawks") so that each could be used depending on context or preference when necessary!

Today this updated mark is still proudly displayed across campus buildings & apparel alike – standing out among other schools' logos due to its unique combination of modernity + nostalgia combined into one timeless emblematic representation of all things related to The Mountaineers!