IOWA CITY, Iowa â?? The University of Wisconsin is badgering high schools in 16 states to change their logos, claiming the W symbols they use resembles the universityâ??s trademarked W.
Cindy Van Matre, director of licensing for the University of Wisconsin-Madison, sent notices and question sheets to the schools â?? including Cedar Rapids Washington, Williamsburg and Washington â?? on Jan. 8, saying their use of the W is a trademark infringement.