THE UNO-R SEAL
The UNO-R seal highlights the Heart with the flame and arrow – typical of the Order of the Augustinian Recollect. The symbols challenge every UNO-Rian to be like Father St. Augustine to go back to the heart and listen to the word of God and to find refuge in the teachings of the Mother Church.
HEART
The Heart represents love, especially the love of God for man.
ARROW
The Arrow symbolizes the word of God that hits us right in the heart.
FLAME
The Flame symbolizes the Scriptures and the adherence to the teachings of the Catholic Church.
STAR
The Star symbolizes St. Nicholas of Tolentino, the Patron Saint of the University.
EAGLE
The Eagle symbolizes the boldness of the spirit of every UNO-Rian to “soar up” and follow his dream.
BLUE & GOLD
BLUE symbolizes accountability and GOLD symbolizes the opportunities offered to every UNO-Rian for the total development of his being.
SUGARCANES
Sugarcanes represent the Negros sugar industry. Purple sugarcanes symbolize the original sugarcanes, the “Negros Purple”, propagated by Father Fernando Cuenca. Green sugarcanes symbolize the sugar industry of Negros Occidental, which traces back its origin to Fr. Fernando Cuenca.
All aspects of the University – moral, religious, structures, organizations, teachings and management styles, and pedagogical principles draw inspiration from St. Augustine’s theme