In green and white in classical design, the name and place of the school surround the shield.

Thirty-three stars surrounding the shield represent the number of states upon Oregon's entry into the union in 1859.

Arms of priors from the 15th century had a banner surrounding the shield, but today this is often a rosary.

The two smaller shields surrounding the main shield are also not in keeping with Portuguese heraldic rules.

The only additions are the golden wings surrounding the shield and the number "318" at the top.

This is usually represented by a collar or similar band surrounding the shield.

Surrounding the shield by its flanks are two palms trees leaves crossed at the bottom.

Surrounding the shield below and to either side are two coffee tree branches.

Surrounding the shield is an escroll on which the University motto is written.

The branches surrounding the shield represent the sugar cane industry that was very important in this region.