AMERICAN UNIVERSITY Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Friday, January 21, 2000, a trademark application was filed for AMERICAN UNIVERSITY with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the AMERICAN UNIVERSITY trademark a serial number of 75901070. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED AND RENEWED as of Wednesday, October 22, 2025. This trademark is owned by American University. The AMERICAN UNIVERSITY trademark is filed in the Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products, Jewelry Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Leather Products, Furniture Products, Houseware & Glass Products, Fabrics & Textile Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, Toys & Sporting Goods Products, and Education & Entertainment Services categories with the following description:

[ Alarm clocks; wall clocks; cuff links; earrings; fasteners, namely, ties and necktie fasteners; ] jewelry, namely, [ ornamental lapel pins, lapel pins, necklaces, necktie fasteners, ] medallions [, ornamental pins, and tie tacks; trophies of precious metal; watches; wrist watches ]

Beverageware; beverage glassware; bottle openers; bowls; coffee cups; travel coffee mugs; [ all-purpose portable containers for household and office use; ] cups; drinking glasses; drinking vessels; glass beverage ware; mugs

Educational services, namely, providing courses of instruction at the college and graduate level, namely, distributing course materials, conducting educational conferences and educational research in the fields of politics, science, history, languages, computer technology, math arts, music; entertainment services, namely, radio programming for a university setting; entertainment services, namely, organizing exhibitions of university-level athletics

Golf umbrellas; book bags; [ duffel bags; gym bags; ] school bags; tote bags; [ billfolds; coin purses; purses; ] wallets; luggage tags [ ; briefcase tags ]

[ Bulletin boards; plastic name badges; ] picture frames; non-metal and non-leather key chains; plastic key chain tags

[ Precious metal money clips; blank paper labels; ] newsletters regarding athletics, fund raising, alumni news, cultural events, student activities, academic programs and personnel developments at American University, [ printed instructional, educational and teaching materials, namely, reference books and text books all in the fields of accountancy, American Studies, anthropology, art history, audio technology, biology, business education, chemistry, communications, computer information and science, economics, education, environmental studies, fine arts, foreign languages, graphic design, history, international studies, religious studies, justice, law, literature, mathematics, music, arts, philosophy, physical, political science, psychology, sociology, statistics, studio art, and gender studies; graphic art reproductions; printed art reproductions; printed awards; paper bags; ] ball-point pens; [ paper banners; loose leaf binders; book binders; wire bound books; decals; desk sets; stat...

Clothing, namely, cardigans, [ panties, ] children's cloth bibs, [ children's overalls, ] pants, sweaters, tank tops, clothing tops, [ turtleneck sweaters, ] v-neck sweaters, [ vests, head bands, bathing caps, sweat bands, wrist bands, neck bands, bathing suits, bathing trunks, blouses, bow ties, boxer shorts, ] caps, [ cloth bibs, lab coats, rain coats, over coats, leather coats, coveralls, ear muffs, ] foul weather gear, [ gloves, gowns, ] gym shorts, [ gym suits, ] head wear, jackets, [ knit shirts, mittens, neckties, neckwear, night shirts, ] pajamas, sweat pants, sweat shirts, [ polo shirts, ] pullovers, [ rain coats, rain wear, golf shirts, knit shirts, night shirts, polo shirts, sport shirts, ] sweat shirts, [ under shirts, ] shorts, sleep wear, socks, [ jogging suits, play suits, sweat suits, warm-up suits, ] sweaters, t-shirts [ , tennis wear, turtlenecks, wind resistant jackets, wrist bands ]

[ Playing card cases; ] playing cards; [ rubber action balls; balls, namely, golf, basketball, football, rubber action, and ] toy; Christmas tree decorations, except confectionary and illumination articles [ ; golf putter covers ]

Magnets

[ Bed spreads; pillow cases; ] bed blankets; cloth flags [ ; tapestries of textile; textile wall hangings ]
american university

General Information


Serial Number75901070
Word MarkAMERICAN UNIVERSITY
Filing DateFriday, January 21, 2000
Status800 - REGISTERED AND RENEWED
Status DateWednesday, October 22, 2025
Registration Number4774583
Registration DateTuesday, July 21, 2015
Mark Drawing4 - Illustration: Drawing with word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) in Block form
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, May 5, 2015

Trademark Statements


Goods and Services[ Alarm clocks; wall clocks; cuff links; earrings; fasteners, namely, ties and necktie fasteners; ] jewelry, namely, [ ornamental lapel pins, lapel pins, necklaces, necktie fasteners, ] medallions [, ornamental pins, and tie tacks; trophies of precious metal; watches; wrist watches ]
Goods and ServicesBeverageware; beverage glassware; bottle openers; bowls; coffee cups; travel coffee mugs; [ all-purpose portable containers for household and office use; ] cups; drinking glasses; drinking vessels; glass beverage ware; mugs
NOT AVAILABLE"UNIVERSITY"
Goods and ServicesEducational services, namely, providing courses of instruction at the college and graduate level, namely, distributing course materials, conducting educational conferences and educational research in the fields of politics, science, history, languages, computer technology, math arts, music; entertainment services, namely, radio programming for a university setting; entertainment services, namely, organizing exhibitions of university-level athletics
Goods and ServicesGolf umbrellas; book bags; [ duffel bags; gym bags; ] school bags; tote bags; [ billfolds; coin purses; purses; ] wallets; luggage tags [ ; briefcase tags ]
Goods and Services[ Bulletin boards; plastic name badges; ] picture frames; non-metal and non-leather key chains; plastic key chain tags
Goods and Services[ Precious metal money clips; blank paper labels; ] newsletters regarding athletics, fund raising, alumni news, cultural events, student activities, academic programs and personnel developments at American University, [ printed instructional, educational and teaching materials, namely, reference books and text books all in the fields of accountancy, American Studies, anthropology, art history, audio technology, biology, business education, chemistry, communications, computer information and science, economics, education, environmental studies, fine arts, foreign languages, graphic design, history, international studies, religious studies, justice, law, literature, mathematics, music, arts, philosophy, physical, political science, psychology, sociology, statistics, studio art, and gender studies; graphic art reproductions; printed art reproductions; printed awards; paper bags; ] ball-point pens; [ paper banners; loose leaf binders; book binders; wire bound books; decals; desk sets; stationery; stencils; ] stickers; [ table napkins of paper; appliques in the form of decals; ] appointment books; [ art etchings; bookmarks; composition books; ] notebooks; [ business cards; cards, namely, greeting cards and note cards; ] blank cards; business cards; catalogs in the field of educational services; drawing instruments, namely, [ pencils, ] pens [ and brushes; drafting rulers; envelopes; ] loose leaf binders; [ markers; note pads; typewriter paper; ] writing paper [ ; paper name badges ]
Goods and ServicesClothing, namely, cardigans, [ panties, ] children's cloth bibs, [ children's overalls, ] pants, sweaters, tank tops, clothing tops, [ turtleneck sweaters, ] v-neck sweaters, [ vests, head bands, bathing caps, sweat bands, wrist bands, neck bands, bathing suits, bathing trunks, blouses, bow ties, boxer shorts, ] caps, [ cloth bibs, lab coats, rain coats, over coats, leather coats, coveralls, ear muffs, ] foul weather gear, [ gloves, gowns, ] gym shorts, [ gym suits, ] head wear, jackets, [ knit shirts, mittens, neckties, neckwear, night shirts, ] pajamas, sweat pants, sweat shirts, [ polo shirts, ] pullovers, [ rain coats, rain wear, golf shirts, knit shirts, night shirts, polo shirts, sport shirts, ] sweat shirts, [ under shirts, ] shorts, sleep wear, socks, [ jogging suits, play suits, sweat suits, warm-up suits, ] sweaters, t-shirts [ , tennis wear, turtlenecks, wind resistant jackets, wrist bands ]
Goods and Services[ Playing card cases; ] playing cards; [ rubber action balls; balls, namely, golf, basketball, football, rubber action, and ] toy; Christmas tree decorations, except confectionary and illumination articles [ ; golf putter covers ]
Goods and ServicesMagnets
Goods and Services[ Bed spreads; pillow cases; ] bed blankets; cloth flags [ ; tapestries of textile; textile wall hangings ]

Classification Information


International Class009 - Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; magnetic data carriers, recording discs; automatic vending machines and mechanisms for coin operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers; fire extinguishing apparatus.
US Class Codes021, 023, 026, 036, 038
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, April 27, 2000
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, January 31, 1996
First Use In Commerce DateWednesday, January 31, 1996

International Class014 - Precious metals and their alloys and goods in precious metals or coated therewith, not included in other classes; jewelry, precious stones; horological and chronometric instruments.
US Class Codes002, 027, 028, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, April 27, 2000
Primary Code014
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, September 30, 1996
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, September 30, 1996

International Class016 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks.
US Class Codes002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, April 27, 2000
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, August 31, 1892
First Use In Commerce DateWednesday, August 31, 1892

International Class018 - Leather and imitations of leather, and goods made of these materials and not included in other classes; animal skins, hides; trunks and traveling bags; umbrellas, parasols and walking sticks; whips, harness and saddlery.
US Class Codes001, 002, 003, 022, 041
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, April 27, 2000
Primary Code018
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, September 30, 1996
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, September 30, 1996

International Class020 - Furniture, mirrors, picture frames; goods (not included in other classes) of wood, cork, reed, cane, wicker, horn, bone, ivory, whalebone, shell, amber, mother-of-pearl, meerschaum and substitutes for all these materials, or of plastics.
US Class Codes002, 013, 022, 025, 032, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, April 27, 2000
Primary Code020
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, September 30, 1996
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, September 30, 1996

International Class021 - Household or kitchen utensils and containers; combs and sponges; brushes (except paint brushes); brush-making materials; articles for cleaning purposes; steel-wool; unworked or semi-worked glass (except glass used in building); glassware, porcelain and earthenware not included in other classes.
US Class Codes002, 013, 023, 029, 030, 033, 040, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, April 27, 2000
Primary Code021
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, September 30, 1996
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, September 30, 1996

International Class024 - Textiles and textile goods, not included in other classes; beds and table covers.
US Class Codes042, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, April 27, 2000
Primary Code024
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, September 30, 1996
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, September 30, 1996

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, April 27, 2000
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, September 30, 1996
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, September 30, 1996

International Class028 - Games and playthings; gymnastic and sporting articles not included in other classes; decorations for Christmas trees.
US Class Codes022, 023, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, April 27, 2000
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, September 30, 1996
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, September 30, 1996

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, April 27, 2000
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, August 31, 1892
First Use In Commerce DateWednesday, August 31, 1892

Trademark Owner History


Party NameAmerican University
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressWashington, DC 20016-8165

Party NameAmerican University
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressWashington, DC 200168165

Party NameAmerican University
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressWashington, DC 200168165

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Friday, July 14, 2000ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Monday, July 17, 2000NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Wednesday, January 17, 2001CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Monday, June 11, 2001ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Tuesday, June 12, 2001ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Tuesday, June 12, 2001ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Monday, June 18, 2001LETTER OF SUSPENSION MAILED
Wednesday, October 16, 2002ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Thursday, July 24, 2003CASE FILE IN TICRS
Thursday, January 22, 2004PAPER RECEIVED
Friday, August 6, 2004TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Saturday, October 16, 2004REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Saturday, October 16, 2004REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Sunday, October 31, 2004PAPER RECEIVED
Sunday, October 31, 2004UNRESPONSIVE/DUPLICATE PAPER RECEIVED
Wednesday, March 16, 2005AMENDMENT FROM APPLICANT ENTERED
Monday, April 18, 2005REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Monday, April 18, 2005REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Tuesday, October 18, 2005REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Tuesday, April 18, 2006REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Wednesday, October 18, 2006REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Wednesday, April 18, 2007REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Thursday, October 18, 2007REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Friday, April 18, 2008ASSIGNED TO LIE
Friday, April 18, 2008REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Monday, October 20, 2008REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Monday, April 20, 2009REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Monday, April 20, 2009REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Tuesday, October 20, 2009REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Tuesday, April 20, 2010REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Wednesday, October 20, 2010REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Wednesday, April 20, 2011REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Thursday, October 20, 2011REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Tuesday, April 24, 2012ASSIGNED TO LIE
Tuesday, April 24, 2012REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Wednesday, October 24, 2012REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Wednesday, March 13, 2013TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Friday, April 26, 2013REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Wednesday, October 30, 2013REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Wednesday, April 30, 2014REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Wednesday, November 5, 2014REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED
Wednesday, March 4, 2015TEAS RESPONSE TO SUSPENSION INQUIRY RECEIVED
Wednesday, March 4, 2015CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Thursday, March 5, 2015TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Wednesday, March 18, 2015EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
Wednesday, March 18, 2015EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Wednesday, March 18, 2015NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Wednesday, March 18, 2015EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED
Wednesday, March 18, 2015EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
Wednesday, March 18, 2015EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Wednesday, March 18, 2015NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Wednesday, March 18, 2015EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED
Wednesday, March 18, 2015APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Wednesday, March 25, 2015PREVIOUS ALLOWANCE COUNT WITHDRAWN
Wednesday, March 25, 2015EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
Wednesday, March 25, 2015EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Wednesday, March 25, 2015NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Wednesday, March 25, 2015EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED
Wednesday, March 25, 2015APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Monday, March 30, 2015LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Wednesday, April 15, 2015NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, May 5, 2015PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Tuesday, May 5, 2015OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, July 21, 2015REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, September 5, 2017COUNTERCLAIM CANC. NO. 999999
Tuesday, July 21, 2020COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (6-YR) E-MAILED
Thursday, June 17, 2021TEAS SECTION 8 RECEIVED
Wednesday, October 27, 2021CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Thursday, October 28, 2021REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED
Thursday, October 28, 2021NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 - E-MAILED
Thursday, July 18, 2024TEAS SECTION 15 RECEIVED
Sunday, July 21, 2024COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Thursday, October 31, 2024CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Thursday, October 31, 2024REGISTERED - SEC. 15 ACKNOWLEDGED
Thursday, October 31, 2024SEC. 15 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT - E-MAILED
Thursday, July 24, 2025TEAS PETITION TO DIRECTOR RECEIVED
Thursday, July 24, 2025TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Thursday, October 9, 2025ASSIGNED TO PETITION STAFF
Thursday, October 9, 2025ASSIGNED TO PETITION STAFF
Monday, October 20, 2025ASSIGNED TO PETITION STAFF
Monday, October 20, 2025PETITION TO DIRECTOR DISMISSED
Tuesday, October 21, 2025CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Tuesday, October 21, 2025TEAS SECTION 7 REQUEST RECEIVED
Wednesday, October 22, 2025REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Wednesday, October 22, 2025REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Wednesday, October 22, 2025NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED