Staff members may use the name of the University and/or institutional stationery for correspondence whenever they are representing the University in an official capacity. The name of the University is not to be used for the commercial, personal, organizational or political gain of any person or organization not authorized by the University. The University's name, seal, or mark is not to be used in any announcement, advertisement, publication, or report if such use in any way implies University endorsement of any product, service, or activity, except for those provided or sponsored by the University. Whenever the propriety of using the University's name, seal, or mark is in doubt, administrative approval is to be obtained from the Vice President for Research.

Executive Order 84-4, Implementation of State Lobby Registration Act defines the University policy governing the representation of the institution to public officials of state government.