The University of Utah’s logo actually isn’t a drum and feather

It was designed by Ute community leader Lacee Harris who “bristled” when fans described it wrong. Here’s what the logo really is meant to represent.

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Merchandise at the University of Utah Campus Store in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024.

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Merchandise at the University of Utah Campus Store in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024.

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