UNC Charlotte’s logo has become one of the Charlotte region’s most distinctive insignia. The logo is suggestive of a “crown,” reminiscent of Queen Charlotte of England, for whom the city of Charlotte is named. The crown emphasizes UNC Charlotte’s relationship with the Queen City, alludes to academics with shapes that resemble an open book, and exudes excellence with a torch-like shape at the top, which can also be interpreted as the top of a graduation cap.