Granted by the College of Art and Technology in 1973, the heraldic theme of the Institution’s coat of arms is its founding members.
The crest of a resplendent rhinoceros, is a reference to our esteemed President’s name. The book and quill pen symbolise the Institution’s desire to record only genuine isms. The rampant pig, or prize boar, honours the current Chairman & Chief Executive. The locked castle tower under an eastern crown pays homage to the original keeper of the ISMS database - the Prince of East Segiston.
The Institution's motto ‘Back to Quo Vadis’ expresses the President’s desire to maintain the status quo.
