Salukis Alternate Logo

The Southern Illinois Salukis are a proud NCAA Division I program, and their logo has gone through many iterations over the years. The current version of the Saluki logo features a red dog with an orange eye patch and white horns, set against an orange background. But it wasn't always this way!

The original SIU mascot was adopted in 1948 when they were known as the Maroons. It featured a maroon-colored hound wearing an old-fashioned football helmet—a symbol that lasted until 1967 when the school changed its name to "Salukis". This new identity brought about several changes to their visual identity, including introducing two alternate logos: one featuring just a stylized letter “S” within a circle; and another featuring three circles connected by lines forming what looks like three stars or snowflakes surrounding an “S” inside of them.

These designs were used for various purposes throughout most of SIU's history up until 2009 when they unveiled yet another redesign which included changing colors from maroon/red to black/orange as well as adding more detail such as claws on each paw and fur around its neckline - creating what we now know today – our beloved Saluki!

Over time there have been some minor tweaks made but overall these two versions remain very consistent in representing both past & present generations at Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC). With so much pride behind this iconic image it is no wonder why fans continue showing support year after year - Go Dawgs!!