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The following files are available for you to download and use in University communications. It’s important to note that while these assets are here to help you get started, they must be used within our brand guidelines. If you have questions, please get in touch with us at: [email protected]

Visual Assets

Defy gravity mark.

The official Defy Gravity mark is available in a variety of formats for print and digital use.

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This design element symbolizes exponential power and upward momentum. Use it to enhance your communication materials.

Brand Video

The short and shareable “Together, We Can Defy Gravity” video.

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Social Cover Photos

Keep your social pages up-to-date and on-brand. Sizes are available for all platforms.

Virtual Backgrounds

Customize your virtual meeting experience with a selection of Defy Gravity visuals.

Word Templates

A range of Defy Gravity branded Word templates are available for download, including customization instructions.

For access to the InDesign versions, contact  [email protected] .

PowerPoint Template

A Defy Gravity branded PowerPoint template for creating dynamic presentations.

Email Signature

Assets to create customized signatures for each individual across colleges, faculties, and divisions.

Video Bumpers

We have developed a series of video bumpers that you can download to integrate into your video assets. Browse the bumper styles and download using the links below.

Defy Gravity Bumpers

With black-background and white-background versions available, you can apply these bumpers to a wide range of videos across campuses, divisions, and departments. 

Password: defygravity

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Tri-Campus Bumpers

Includes footage of our three campuses to support tri-campus representation and can be used across the University by campuses, divisions, and departments.

Dynamic Caret Bumpers

These bumpers (two length options) celebrate the breadth and depth of research and activities that can only happen at U of T with a series of dynamic clips. You can use them as-is, or if required, you can request the working files for footage customization.

Merchandise Catalogue

We’ve developed a wide range of exciting branded merchandise—from t-shirts to pens and even socks! Explore our catalogue to order and customize pieces for your specific needs. Updated: Fall 2023.

Event Signage

We have created six pop-up banners and a step-and-repeat wall with Defy Gravity branding. If you wish to borrow any of these items to use at an event or would like the working files to create your own, please email [email protected].

Additional Resources

A collection of previously developed assets and guidelines are available for you to explore and download.

• University-wide Impact Presentations and Supporting Materials
• Temerty Faculty of Medicine Brand Assets
• Entrepreneurship Presentation

We’re Just Getting Started

As we roll out our new brand, the details and contents of this site will change and evolve. Check back frequently for updates.

If you have questions about the new University brand, this portal, or something not included here, please contact us at: [email protected]

Enterprise Applications and Solutions Integration

• Enterprise Shared Services (EntSS)
• Microsoft 365
• Additional Products

PowerPoint is a presentation application offered through Office 365. With PowerPoint, you can create high-quality and effective presentations for a wide range of audiences and stakeholders while collaborating on edits with colleagues in real-time.

Use PowerPoint with Office 365 tools such as Excel to create powerful, integrated presentation models. PowerPoint also offers a variety of features to make creating engaging slides easy, including:

• A design ideas feature that automatically gives you graphic and formatting recommendations.
• A wide selection of templates to build presentations from.
• Built-in photo editing tools.
• SmartArt options that can convert text-based ideas into graphics.

Use the online and desktop versions of PowerPoint with OneDrive to easily and securely share your presentations, and to access your slides from anywhere you go.

PowerPoint is available for free to faculty and staff using Office 365 and can be installed on up to five personal computers.

Gerstein Science Information Centre

Posters and presentations, what software or tools should i use, presentation practice rooms.

• Poster Design
• Presentation Tips
• Using Images and Data
• Citing Sources
• Printing Posters
• Campus Resources
• U of T poster session opportunities
• Your Comments

Getting Started

Whether you're preparing for a class presentation, or an oral or poster presentation at a conference, this guide provides some tips and resources to help you get started. 

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Designing from scratch?

• Microsoft PowerPoint or Publisher (available on most library computers or purchase at U of T Bookstore )
• Adobe InDesign   (Adobe Creative Suite is available at selected libraries:  Map and Data Library  or  Information Commons  on the 1st floor of the  Robarts Library )

Design-challenged? Try these:

• Piktochart - online, freemium program with templates and infographic styles
• Canva - online, freemium program with templates, and free and paid images

• Books on using PowerPoint
• Book on using KeyNote

        Alternative Tools and Apps (free):

• Youtube tutorials
• how-to guide
• Haiku Deck (web and iPad app)

• Books on using Photoshop
• Paint.NET (free)
• GIMP - GNU Image Manipulation Program (free)

• Books on using Excel

Practice your presentation skills at:

• Robarts Library  ( book in-person )
• John M. Kelly Library - St. Michael's College  ( book online )
• Gerstein Library ( book online ) 

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