Brand assets

Digital letterhead

SMU provides a digital stationery template for Microsoft Word that can be used as needed. (Access to the file on Box requires an SMU login and password.) Be sure to follow the University guidelines, as described on the stationery page.

Email templates

HTML email templates are available for download from Box. Access to the files requires an SMU login and password.

PowerPoint

We offer two versions of the official University PowerPoint template. Both follow our brand guidelines and are approved for use by faculty and staff. You can also print either version using a local printer.

1. Compressed Template. Recommended for:

• Email sharing and internal use
• Virtual meetings

This version includes compressed images for faster loading and sharing via email while still maintaining strong visual quality. 

[Download Compressed Template]

2. High-Definition Template. Recommended for:

• 1080p or 4K displays
• Conference or event presentations

This file includes high-definition images and may be too large to send via email. We recommend downloading it directly from this site. You can use applications like SharePoint, Box, or Google Drive to share the high-definition file via a link.

[Download High-Definition Template]

PowerPoint Style Guide

The font is Arial. Most slide elements must be changed by accessing the master slide template. Several slide variations are available within the templates. Each template file begins with a main title slide and two bullet style slides. You can delete or add as many slides as you need.

Please download and read the PowerPoint Style Guide to ensure your presentation matches the SMU brand guidelines.

[Download the PowerPoint Style Guide]

Using the PowerPoint Template

Please download and read this file for several tips for using the PowerPoint templates.

[Download Using the PowerPoint Template]

If you have any questions about using the templates, please contact brand@smu.edu.

Logo files

Visit the Logos page to download official SMU logos.

Podium assets

Zoom backgrounds

Below are branded Zoom backgrounds to be used by members of the SMU community for internal and external meetings.