Branding. The Year of Lithuanian Universities 2022
Kaunas University of Technologies
In 2022, the Lithuanian Ministry of Education, Science and Sport proclaimed it The Year of Lithuanian Universities. To commemorate this and its associated events, a new visual identity was needed. Drawing on our previous work in developing the visual identity for Kaunas University of Technology (KTU), we confidently accepted this challenge, although coordinating with all higher education institutions in Lithuania was essential.
To establish common ground among universities and identify the target audience, we held a workshop where we identified key unifying terms like students, alumni, light, history, and science. These keywords inspired the creation of a modern and dynamic logo, LUM2022, which stands for The Year of Lithuanian Universities 2022 in Lithuanian. The term "Lumos," meaning light in Latin, reflects the keyword light, while the versatile letter design symbolizes the pursuit of knowledge through education. The font selection contrasts with monochrome images, vibrant colors, and sharp graphics, appealing to both older and younger generations by marrying traditional and contemporary elements. We chose René Descartes' phrase "Cogito, ergo sum," which translates to "I think, therefore I am," as the tagline to highlight the significance of education. This user-friendly visual identity unifies all Lithuanian universities, resonates with diverse age groups, and seamlessly integrates into the communications surrounding LUM2022. For the full project details, visit: https://andunicorns.lt/projects/Branding-for-The-Year-of-Lithuanian-Universities-2022.