Every university has its own symbols, University Identity (UI), mottos, and slogans. These show the character of the university. Then, what are some symbols and UI that represent Chung-Ang University? Since you entered Chung-Ang University, you may have come across more things symbolizing Chung-Ang University than you realize. You may have met them while looking at Chung-Ang University's website, or while listening to stories from students, or while attending courses. Representatively, there is the color blue, the most frequent color on the university website, the university logo, and the mascot of Chung-Ang University. Then, what do the symbols of Chung-Ang University mean? Let's find out about the things that symbolize Chung-Ang University with CAH. CAH hopes you will find new meanings of symbols you did not know about through this article.

1. What are University Colors that Symbolize Chung-Ang University?

The Color of Chung-Ang University is officially known as “CAU Blue” (Pantone: 2945C). CAU Blue is a color that implies the ideal that Chung-Ang University is seeking. According to the website of Chung-Ang University, CAU Blue symbolizes the energy and progress of Chung-Ang University, which brings change and development. Blue symbolizes truth and wisdom so CAU Blue shows the hardworking and vibrant of the Chung-Ang University members who strive for their dreams. CAU Blue also has the meaning of the wide ideal and blueness of the Han River, where Chung-Ang University Seoul Campus is located. Another symbol of Chung-Ang University is CAU Red (Pantone: 032C). CAU Red attracts visual attention by contrasting with CAU Blue. The Red Square on the UI of Chung-Ang University also uses the same color. Other representative colors of Chung-Ang University include CAU GRAY (Pantone: Cool Gray 8), CAU Light Gray (Pantone: 427C), CAU Silver (Pantone: 877C), and CAU Gold (Pantone: 873C).

2. The University Identity of Chun-Ang University, CAU.

If you get around Chung-Ang University, you can find the UI of Chung-Ang University everywhere. Chung-Ang University has its own symbol, logo, Signature, and emblem. Then, what does this UI mean? Chung-Ang University announced the University Identity (UI) of Chung-Ang University on October 11^th, 2002, to celebrate the 84^th anniversary of its foundation. This UI uses English letters for communication in the era of globalization and internationalization. English initials are written with a dynamic brush touch. This is to emphasize the youthful vigor and to show the dynamic new leap of students. The red square in the symbol represents a window to the future, expressing the spirit and inquiring minds of Chung-Ang University. Besides, according to the "New Vision: CAU2030," which has the vision titled "The Global Creative Leader, CAU," the symbol has three meanings: "Connected: action of Hyper-Connectivity," "Advanced: lead the innovation of future university," and "United: pursuit harmony and win-win." The emblem also, designed to celebrate the 90^th and 100^th anniversary of its foundation symbolizes the future and potential of Chung-Ang University.

3. #Puang, Adorable Mascot Representing Chung-Ang University

"Puang" is the mascot of Chung-Ang University, which was created through the 2019 Chung-Ang University Mascot Contest. "Puang" of the VIID team won the grand prize, and it became the official mascot of Chung-Ang University. The name of Puang means "Pureumireu(푸르미르)," the name of a Blue dragon in Korean. Also, "Pu" contains Blue, the symbolic color of Chung-Ang University. "Ang" means Chung-"Ang" University. Puang is the guardian of Chung-Ang University. It is also a descendant of the blue dragon who lives in the Han River. You can also get more information and various images of Puang on Puang’s official Instagram (@puang.cau_official) and Chung-Ang University’s website (https://url.kr/au2cb8).

Yi Dong-geun(@puang_daddy) of the VIID team said that the story about Puang began after they learned the story of the blue dragon, a symbol of Chung-Ang University. When Dr. Yim Young-shin, the founder of Chung-Ang University, purchased the school lot in Heukseok-dong, a blue dragon appeared in her dream. Since then, the blue dragon has become a symbol of Chung-Ang University. To add to this story, the story of Puang begins. The story goes like this: In fact, a mysterious ball that Dr. Yim Young-shin sealed in the time capsule under the Blue Dragon Monument was the egg of the blue dragon, the god of the Han River. Puang woke up in 2018 in the mysterious egg and came out of the world in 2019. Puang also has unique traits different from other universities' mascots in that Puang could show feeling through its mustache.

"Live in Truth, Live for Justice," "Going Forward from Korea's Center to the World's Center" is the motto of Chung-Ang University. The motto shows that Chung-Ang University emphasizes pursuing the future and leading change and development. You can also find the directionality of Chung-Ang University in the symbols, including its color, UI, and mascot. You, who represent Chung-Ang University, can also be symbols of Chung-Ang University. Therefore, why don't we be more interested in the things that signify Chung-Ang University together, as we have seen above? Join us in leading the changing future as Chung-Ang members with youth and spirit!