Oregon-based Columbia Sportswear has filed a lawsuit against Columbia University in New York over the use of the world “Columbia” on clothing items sold in the university’s bookstore.
The suit, filed on Wednesday, accuses Columbia University of trademark infringement, unfair competition, breach of contract, and other violations.
In the complaint, the sportswear company say “Columbia Sportswear has spent over 80 years building its reputation in the U.S. and around the world. Its trademarks symbolize Columbia Sportswear’s sterling reputation for high-quality active, outdoor, sporting, and recreational wear and gear.”
Columbia Sportswear acknowledges the history of Columbia University, which dates back to 1784 after changing its name from King’s College.
The company points to an agreement made in June of 2023 when the university agreed to use the word “Columbia” on apparel only when using symbols specific to the school like the school mascot or the word “university.” That deal allowed the company to manufacture apparel to be sold alongside other items in the university’s bookstore.
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Author: Marty Kaufmann
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