The Nittany Lion is the eastern mountain lion mascot of the athletic teams of the Pennsylvania State University, known as the Penn State Nittany Lions. Created in 1907, the "Nittany" forename refers to the local Mount Nittany, which overlooks the university.

Apr 18, 2024 · The idea for Penn State’s beloved Nittany Lion mascot was formed on this day (April 20) in 1904. As we celebrate the 119th birthday of the "Symbol of Our Best," we pay homage to our mascot, the story of its origin and how its …

Jul 31, 2018 · The team beat Princeton and Joe Mason became a man on a mission, he wanted the Nittany Lion to become the official mascot of Pennsylvania State University.

Upon hearing their rivals' mascot, Harrison D. Mason announced that the Nittany Lion was "the fiercest beast of them all." Not only did Penn State win the game that day, but an image was...

Sep 20, 2023 · UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WHTM) – Have you ever wondered where Penn State got the idea to make the Nittany Lion their mascot? According to Penn State University, the idea was first formed 119...

Sep 30, 2024 · Merchandise featuring the new marks will be launched the weekend of Oct. 4 leading up to Penn State’s football game against UCLA at Beaver Stadium. A full body, head and signature mark will be the first logos in a series aimed at enhancing connection of the Nittany Lion to fans everywhere.

Oct 3, 2024 · In an effort to modernize its iconic brand, the Penn State athletic department recently released new logos and signature mark for its beloved mascot, the Nittany Lion.

Sep 16, 2021 · Today, the Lion mascot at a Penn State football game is in his element, starting from the pre-game routines. He works with the cheerleaders rousing the crowd, does pushups after each score, and allows himself to be passed over the heads of the fans, hand-by-hand up through the stands.

Mar 31, 2016 · More than fifty privileged people have worn the Nittany Lion costume to embody Penn State’s beloved mascot throughout its lifetime. Beginning unofficially with a mule and ending with today’s version, there isn’t time to explain the Nittany Lion’s rich history on even the most honest campus tours.

Feb 7, 2014 · The creature had been extinct in this region for decades when it was named Penn State’s mascot in the early 1900s, so the group, which was led by Fisher from that point on, had to brainstorm.