How does Wake Forest University ensure products are manufactured in an approved facility?
What are the official school colors for Wake Forest University?
"Demon Deacon Gold and Black" are the official colors for Wake Forest University. Here are the Pantone color breakdowns for Wake Forest University:
Deacon Deacon GOLD is Pantone 873
Deacon Deacon BLACK is: Pantone Process Black
Deacon Deacon Flesh (Deacon face logos) is: Pantone 155
White
What qualifies as a trademark, logo or symbol?
Any mark, name, logo, symbol, nickname, abbreviation, word, mascot, slogan, insignia uniform or landmark that is associated with Wake Forest University and is distinguished from any other university, team or organization.
Who must be licensed?
Any individual or company that wishes to use any or all of Wake Forest University trademarks/logos on products sold in the marketplace whether wholesale, retail or online.
What products can be licensed?
Wake Forest University will consider most products for licensing as long as they represent the University in a positive manner. However, Wake Forest University will not license the following products: alcohol, tobacco, condoms, gambling products, knives, guns, cigarettes, cigarette lighters, phone debit cards, shot glasses and noise makers. Wake Forest University does its best to ensure all products are of high quality.
How can you obtain a licensing application?
You can obtain an application for a License Agreement directly from The Licensing Resource Group. This application can be downloaded from their website at: www.lrgusa.com.
They can also be contacted at:
LRG
442 Century Lane, Suite 100
Holland, Michigan 49423
Telephone (616) 395-0676
Facsimile (616) 395-2517
Email: rg@lrgusa.com
Do I have to submit art for approval?
All art designs must be submitted and approved by the Collegiate Licensing office at Wake Forest University prior to products being produced. Art designs can be submitted to the attention of Michael Piscetelli by email or by fax at:
piscetmf@wfu.edu
Fax: (336) 758-4185
How much does it cost to become licensed?
The cost for a Standard License Agreement is:
1. $250 required advance royalty fee for apparel products or
2. $100 required advance royalty fee for non-apparel products
3. $80 administration fee
4. 8% royalty fee for Wake Forest products
How can I get a Demon Deacons License Plate?
You may obtain a Wake Forest University License Plate from your local NC county DMV office location or at the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles office in Raleigh, North Carolina or by going on-line to: www.ncdot.org/DMV/
Below are some questions and answers about the Demon Deacon License Plates.
1. How do I order my Demon Deacons License Plate?
Go to your local North Carolina DMV county office or go to the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles website at: www.ncdot.org/DMV/ or contact you can contact their office directly at:
NC Department of Motor Vehicles
3148 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-3101
(919) 715-7000
2. How long will it take to receive my Demon Deacons License Plates?
Your Wake Forest University Demon Deacons license plate is normally received within four to six weeks.
3. Do I have to be enrolled at Wake Forest University or be an Alum or faculty member to order Demon Deacons License Plates?
No
4. How much does it cost to get an Demon Deacon License Plate?
$25.00 extra for a Wake Forest University License Plate and
$30.00 extra for a Personalized Collegiate Wake Forest University License Plate
5. I understand that out of the extra $25 for this plate, $15 goes back to the Wake Forest University general scholarship fund. Is that $15 tax deductible?
Yes, it is considered a charitable contribution.
6. Do I have to pay the extra $25 renewal fee each year?
Yes, with the same provisions.
7. What am I receiving for the additional $25 for my Wake Forest Demon Deacons license plate?
You are publicizing Wake Forest University wherever you drive, displaying your Demon Deacon pride and providing scholarship money for needy students.
How does Wake Forest University ensure products are manufactured in an approved facility?
Our licensing agent, The Licensing Resource Group (LRG) holds a seat on the Fair Labor Association's University Advisory Council and Executive Committee, as well as regularly attending meetings, seminars and industry events covering anti-sweatshop considerations. LRG has also visited several of its clients campuses to participate in educational meetings with students and staff regarding this issue, and has addressed numerous on and off-campus interest groups.
LRG requires all active licensees to disclose detailed information regarding manufacturing locations used to produce licensed merchandise. Manufacturers applying for a license are required to disclose this information during the application process. Minimally, LRG requires each licensee to adhere to the code set forth by the Fair Labor Association (FLA). Interested parties may view FLA's code of conduct here.