Frequently Asked Questions

Advertising

I'd like the use Carnegie Mellon University wordmarks or logos.

For use on merchandise or promotional products such as mugs or t-shirts, contact marano@andrew.cmu.edu.

For use by CMU partner organizations on websites or other publications, contact marketing-info@andrew.cmu.edu.

I would like the university to advertise in my publication or media outlet.

Advertising inquiries may be sent via email. For program or college-specific advertising inquiries, contact the program or college offices.

I would like to advertise in university publications.

The Tartan student newspaper accepts outside advertisers.

CMU Brand

Where can I download the university's official wordmark (logo)?

Visit the Downloads page of the CMU Brand website for downloadable versions of the university wordmark. Any use of the wordmark outside of the university requires a licensing agreement. Contact marketing-info@andrew.cmu.edu.

I'd like to order official letterhead, business cards or envelopes.

To order the university's official letterhead, envelopes and business cards, contact Printing & Mailing Services.

Internal Communications

How do I submit a story idea for The Piper?

If you have an announcement, news item or story idea to share, email piperweekly@andrew.cmu.edu before 2 p.m. on Tuesday to be considered for that week's issue of The Piper.

How do I submit an event for the University Events Calendar?

Read the event criteria and complete the event online submission form.

Media

I'd like to talk to someone about media assistance to tell my story or promote my event.

Contact Media Relations for assistance with media outreach, press releases, coordinating and prepping for interviews, engaging with reporters, correspondents and anchors.

Photo & Video

I'd like to use CMU stock photos or videos for internal or external use.

To schedule photography for an event or an on-site or studio photo shoot, contact Kevin Lorenzi.

To schedule videography for an event or start a video project, contact Media Services.

Web

I'd like to create an official Carnegie Mellon website.

The university offers a Content Management System (CMS) for creating university-affiliated websites. University Communications & Marketing (UCM) partners with Computing Services to offer CMU-branded web templates used in conjunction with the CMS.

Where can I find more information on how to create a new website?

In 2017, UCM and Computing Services launched a new web resource site, that offers everything from "how to get started," to content best practices to eLearning videos.