The Providence College Logotype

This logotype was designed to reflect the Catholic and Dominican heritage of Providence College. It consists of two elements: a graphic mark and a wordmark. The design of the graphic mark is based on the shape of a window in Harkins Hall. Within this shape is a flame representing Veritas -- or Truth -- the College Motto.

The flame is also symbolic of the flame of learning. The torch base appears as an elongated triangle, with the triangle representative of the Trinity. The wordmark is the name of the College in a distinctive typeface. These elements are representative of the intellectual and spiritual pursuits that are grounded in the Dominican tradition of Providence College.

The Seal of Providence College

The seal of Providence College consists of a torch superimposed on a triangle. In symbolism, the triangle represents the Trinity. Thus is signified an education which considers human existence in relation to eternity, which goes beyond the natural order and teaches the student to live according to the higher principles of supernatural grace.

College Motto

The motto of the College is Veritas. It means "Truth," which is the proper object of all intellectual activity. This motto is also the motto of the Dominican Order, which has dedicated itself to truth.

College Colors

The Providence College school colors are black and white, derived from the characteristic garb of the Dominican Friars. This is a white tunic, called a "habit," over which, on certain formal occasions, is worn a black mantle or cloak, known as the cappa magna, or "large cape."  From this combination, the name "Blackfriars" was originated in England to distinguish the Dominicans from other friars.