AU Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Thursday, October 10, 2002, a trademark application was filed for AU with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the AU trademark a serial number of 76458653. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED AND RENEWED as of Friday, August 1, 2014. This trademark is owned by American University. The AU 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:

Educational services, namely, providing courses of instruction at the college and graduate level, distributing course materials in connection therewith, 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; organizing exhibitions of university-level athletics

Magnets [ , mouse pads, and graduated rulers ]

Golf umbrellas, [ athletic bags, ] [ beach bags, ] book bags, [ barrel bags, duffel bags, gym bags, school bags,] tote bags, billfolds, coin purses, [ purses, wallets, waist packs,] luggage tags, briefcase tags

[ Balloons,] action balls, [ golf bags, lacrosse ball bags, ] balls, namely, golf * ; * [ , basketball, beach, football, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, playground, soccer, rugby, rubber action, tennis, table tennis, volley and toy; exercise banners, baseballs, basketball goals, bean bags, chess sets, checker sets, ] Christmas tree decorations [ , except confectionary and illumination articles; flying disks, discuses, field hockey goalie pads, golf putter covers, volleyball nets, tennis nets, tennis racket covers ]

Blank 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; [ address books, scrapbook albums, art paper,] graphic art reproductions, [ printed art reproductions,] printed awards, [ paper party bags, paper bags,] ball-point pens, paper banners, loose leaf binders, [ book binders, bulletin boa...

Alarm clocks, [ badges of precious metal, watch bands, watch cases, tie clips, precious metal money clips, wall clocks, cuff links, earrings, fasteners, namely, ties and necktie fasteners, ] jewelry, namely, ornamental lapel pins, lapel pins, necklaces, [ necktie fasteners, ] medallions [ , ornamental pins, tie tacks, serving platters of precious metals, trophies of precious metal, watches, wrist watches ]

[ Cardigans,] children's cloth bibs, [ children's overalls, children's dresses, children's rompers, textile infant diaper covers,] pants, sweaters, tank tops, clothing ties, clothing tops, [ track suits, ] turtleneck sweaters, [ underclothes, v-neck sweaters, ] vests, [ aprons, athletic uniforms, ] [ head bands, bathing caps, sweat bands, wrist bands, neck bands, bathing suits, bathing trunks, bathrobes, boxer shorts,] caps, cloth bibs, [ lab coats, rain coats, over coats, ear muffs,] foul weather gear, gloves, gym shorts, [ gym suits,] head wear, jackets, knit shirts, mittens, neckties, neckwear, [ night shirts,] [ pajamas, ] sweat pants, sweat shirts, polo shirts, ponchos, pullovers, rain coats, rain wear, scarves, [ shawls, ] golf shirts, knit shirts, night shirts, polo shirts, sport shirts, sweat shirts, shorts, [ sleep wear, ] socks,[ jogging suits, play suits, sweat suits, warm-up suits, gym suits, body suits, sun visors, suspenders, sweaters, ] t-shirts, [ tennis wear,] turtlene...

Blankets, cloth flags, [ handkerchiefs, tapestries of textile,] textile wall hangings

Beverage glassware, [ wastepaper baskets,] bottle openers, bowls, coffee cups, travel coffee mugs, containers for household or kitchen use not of precious metal, [ cork screws,] cups, drinking glasses, drinking vessels, glass beverage ware, mugs, plastic cups, [ pitchers, tea sets]

Plastic name badges, [ pillows,] picture frames, key chains, key chain tags
au

General Information


Serial Number76458653
Word MarkAU
Filing DateThursday, October 10, 2002
Status800 - REGISTERED AND RENEWED
Status DateFriday, August 1, 2014
Registration Number2878419
Registration DateTuesday, August 31, 2004
Mark Drawing3 - Illustration: Drawing or design which also includes word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, September 2, 2003

Trademark Statements


Goods and ServicesEducational services, namely, providing courses of instruction at the college and graduate level, distributing course materials in connection therewith, 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; organizing exhibitions of university-level athletics
Goods and ServicesMagnets [ , mouse pads, and graduated rulers ]
Goods and ServicesGolf umbrellas, [ athletic bags, ] [ beach bags, ] book bags, [ barrel bags, duffel bags, gym bags, school bags,] tote bags, billfolds, coin purses, [ purses, wallets, waist packs,] luggage tags, briefcase tags
Goods and Services[ Balloons,] action balls, [ golf bags, lacrosse ball bags, ] balls, namely, golf * ; * [ , basketball, beach, football, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, playground, soccer, rugby, rubber action, tennis, table tennis, volley and toy; exercise banners, baseballs, basketball goals, bean bags, chess sets, checker sets, ] Christmas tree decorations [ , except confectionary and illumination articles; flying disks, discuses, field hockey goalie pads, golf putter covers, volleyball nets, tennis nets, tennis racket covers ]
Goods and ServicesBlank 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; [ address books, scrapbook albums, art paper,] graphic art reproductions, [ printed art reproductions,] printed awards, [ paper party bags, paper bags,] ball-point pens, paper banners, loose leaf binders, [ book binders, bulletin boards, magnetic boards, lap boards for reading and writing, ] date books, [ engagement books, ] [ picture books, sketch books,] [ telephone number books, ] wire bound books, [ paper gift wrap, pencil boxes, stationery boxes, ] bumper stickers, [ playing card cases, pen cases, coasters made of paper, ] decals, [ paper party decorations, ] desk sets, [ diaries, gift wrapping paper, metallic gift wrapping paper, paper party hats, ] letter openers, [ personal organizers, organizers for stationery use, decorative pencil-top ornaments, ] stationery, [ stencils,] stickers, table napkins of paper, [ photograph albums, ] appliques in the form of decals, [ appointment books, art etchings,] art pictures, [ art print, autograph books, merchandise bags, bags of merchandise packing, binder sets, blotters, ] bond paper, [ book bindings, book covers, book holders, bookends, ] bookmarks, [ composition books,] notebooks, bumper stickers, business cards, calendar desk pads, desk calendars, pocket calendars, wall calendars, cards, blank cards, business cards, [ non-magnetically encoded credit cards, non-magnetically encoded debit cards, gift cards, greeting cards,] playing cards, [ trivia cards,] catalogs in the field of educational services, [ checkbook covers, clip boards,] [ credit cards, ] desk sets, [ desk pads, diaries,] drawing instruments, namely, pencils, pens [ and brushes; drafting rulers,] decals, telephone directories, paper emblems, envelopes, [ erasers, loose leaf paper, loose leaf binders, markers, ] note books, note pads, [ gift wrapping paper,] [ recycled paper, ] [ wrapping paper,] [ typewriter paper, ] writing paper, [ paper flags, ] paper name badges, postcards, [ sketch books, writing tablets, dispensers for adhesive tape for stationary, household or office use;] paper weights
Pseudo MarkAMERICAN UNIVERSITY
Goods and ServicesAlarm clocks, [ badges of precious metal, watch bands, watch cases, tie clips, precious metal money clips, wall clocks, cuff links, earrings, fasteners, namely, ties and necktie fasteners, ] jewelry, namely, ornamental lapel pins, lapel pins, necklaces, [ necktie fasteners, ] medallions [ , ornamental pins, tie tacks, serving platters of precious metals, trophies of precious metal, watches, wrist watches ]
Goods and Services[ Cardigans,] children's cloth bibs, [ children's overalls, children's dresses, children's rompers, textile infant diaper covers,] pants, sweaters, tank tops, clothing ties, clothing tops, [ track suits, ] turtleneck sweaters, [ underclothes, v-neck sweaters, ] vests, [ aprons, athletic uniforms, ] [ head bands, bathing caps, sweat bands, wrist bands, neck bands, bathing suits, bathing trunks, bathrobes, boxer shorts,] caps, cloth bibs, [ lab coats, rain coats, over coats, ear muffs,] foul weather gear, gloves, gym shorts, [ gym suits,] head wear, jackets, knit shirts, mittens, neckties, neckwear, [ night shirts,] [ pajamas, ] sweat pants, sweat shirts, polo shirts, ponchos, pullovers, rain coats, rain wear, scarves, [ shawls, ] golf shirts, knit shirts, night shirts, polo shirts, sport shirts, sweat shirts, shorts, [ sleep wear, ] socks,[ jogging suits, play suits, sweat suits, warm-up suits, gym suits, body suits, sun visors, suspenders, sweaters, ] t-shirts, [ tennis wear,] turtlenecks, wind resistant jackets, [ wrist bands ]
Indication of Colors claimedColor is not claimed as a feature of the mark.
Goods and ServicesBlankets, cloth flags, [ handkerchiefs, tapestries of textile,] textile wall hangings
Goods and ServicesBeverage glassware, [ wastepaper baskets,] bottle openers, bowls, coffee cups, travel coffee mugs, containers for household or kitchen use not of precious metal, [ cork screws,] cups, drinking glasses, drinking vessels, glass beverage ware, mugs, plastic cups, [ pitchers, tea sets]
Goods and ServicesPlastic name badges, [ pillows,] picture frames, key chains, key chain tags

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, October 31, 2002
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 23, 1995
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 23, 1995

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, October 31, 2002
Primary Code014
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 23, 1995
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 23, 1995

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, October 31, 2002
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 23, 1995
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 23, 1995

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, October 31, 2002
Primary Code018
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 23, 1995
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 23, 1995

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, October 31, 2002
Primary Code020
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 23, 1995
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 23, 1995

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, October 31, 2002
Primary Code021
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 23, 1995
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 23, 1995

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, October 31, 2002
Primary Code024
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 23, 1995
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 23, 1995

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, October 31, 2002
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 23, 1995
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 23, 1995

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, October 31, 2002
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 23, 1995
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 23, 1995

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, October 31, 2002
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateMonday, October 23, 1995
First Use In Commerce DateMonday, October 23, 1995

Trademark Owner History


Party NameAmerican University
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressWashington, DC 20016-8165

Party NameAmerican University
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressWashington, DC 200168165

Party NameAmerican University
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressWashington, DC 200168165

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Thursday, March 27, 2003ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Wednesday, May 21, 2003NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Thursday, June 19, 2003APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Wednesday, August 13, 2003NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Thursday, June 12, 2003NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Friday, August 6, 2004TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Friday, August 27, 2010CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Tuesday, September 2, 2003PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Tuesday, September 30, 2003EXTENSION OF TIME TO OPPOSE RECEIVED
Thursday, January 22, 2004PAPER RECEIVED
Friday, May 21, 2004TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Tuesday, August 31, 2004REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Friday, August 6, 2010TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Friday, August 6, 2010ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Friday, August 6, 2010TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
Thursday, July 17, 2014TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Friday, August 1, 2014CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Friday, August 1, 2014REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Friday, August 1, 2014REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Wednesday, September 1, 2010REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Thursday, July 17, 2014TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Friday, August 1, 2014NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED
Thursday, August 31, 2023COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Friday, August 30, 2024TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Friday, September 13, 2024CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Thursday, February 20, 2025TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED
Saturday, September 14, 2024OFFICE ACTION ISSUED POU1
Wednesday, February 19, 2025TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Wednesday, February 19, 2025ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Wednesday, February 19, 2025TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED-FIRM RETAINS
Wednesday, February 19, 2025TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Thursday, September 11, 2025CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Tuesday, September 9, 2025TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED
Sunday, March 9, 2025OFFICE ACTION ISSUED POU2
Tuesday, September 9, 2025TEAS PETITION TO DIRECTOR RECEIVED