This one's a bit odd. But are there any colleges that have mascots that aren't too fierce or scary? It's not a hard criteria for choosing colleges, but it's something I'm curious about.
Absolutely! A college mascot often represents the spirit and culture of the university, and not all of them are fierce or intimidating. Here are a few examples that you might find endearing:
1. UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs: A truly unique choice, the Banana Slug is anything but ferocious. Yet, UCSC students are incredibly proud of this quirky mascot.
2. Evergreen State College Geoducks: Geoducks are a type of clam native to the Pacific Northwest. It’s safe to say they're not too intimidating!
3. Webster University Gorloks: The Gorlok is a completely fictional creature invented by Webster University. It is said to have the paws of a speeding cheetah, the horns of a fierce buffalo, and the face of a dependable Saint Bernard.
4. Scottsdale Community College Artie the Artichoke: There's certainly nothing scary about this Artichoke that symbolizes SCC's commitment to student success.
5. Concordia College Cobbers: Concordia’s mascot is Kernel Cobb, an ear of corn that sidesteps the traditional fierce mascot trope.
Mascots can range from the straightforward to the downright odd. In many cases, the stories behind these choices are pretty interesting too, speaking to local history or college traditions. But don't worry, I don't think any of these mascots will be causing nightmares!
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