Forms, Policies & Procedures

Ratner Prestia Guide to Intellectual Property

The Ratner Prestia Document gives an overview of the different aspects of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets such as how protection is gained, the duration of that protection, who is entitled to the rights, and more.

The complete policy and more can be found on the UD Research Office’s web site.

Registered University Trademarks and Service Marks

1. POLICY
   The University reserves the right of proprietorship of a number of symbols of identification of the University used in connection with a variety of consumer goods or services related to athletic, business, and educational events or activities of the University. These trademarks and service marks, in the form of emblems and logos, are registered with the State of Delaware and/or the United States Federal Trademark and Patent Office. Original documentation for each mark is on file in the University Archives and copies are maintained in the Office of the University Secretary 126 Hullihen Hall.
2. The use of University trademarks and service marks is prohibited without the express permission of the University of Delaware. All inquiries should be directed to the Office of Communications and Public Affairs.
3. University employees are directed to the UD Brand Style Guide for further information about use of the registered University marks.

The complete policy and more can be found on the General Counsel’s web site.