Post by milwvu04 on Sept 19, 2010 12:55:50 GMT -5
I figured I'd branch this off into it's own thread.
New Crusader Mascot Unveiled on Communiversity Day
Designed more than 50 years ago, the Valparaiso Crusader has received a makeover.
The University unveiled a new mascot on Saturday night, Sept. 18, at halftime of Valpo’s football game against Saint Joseph’s (Ind.) as part of Communiversity Day.
Instead of having fists up as if it is preparing to throw a punch, the new mascot stands tall with a shield that represents a common set of eight characteristics and values found among people who compose the Valpo community. These values include the freedom to inquire, purpose-driven, service-minded, truth seeking, and being humble and compassionate.
“The most exciting thing about our new Crusader is the elements of character that underlie its personality,” said Scott Ochander, Valparaiso University’s vice president for integrated marketing and communications.
The look present in the old mascot is being replaced by a more serious mascot.
And while the old mascot was clearly male, the new Crusader’s gender is hidden beneath a mask so that anyone can identify with the mascot, regardless of background.
“I think the new Crusader does a really good balancing of our tradition with what we aspire to be,” Director of Athletics Mark LaBarbera said.
Look for the new Crusader mascot patrolling the sidelines of athletic events on campus as well as other University events as the year moves along.
New Crusader Mascot Unveiled on Communiversity Day
Designed more than 50 years ago, the Valparaiso Crusader has received a makeover.
The University unveiled a new mascot on Saturday night, Sept. 18, at halftime of Valpo’s football game against Saint Joseph’s (Ind.) as part of Communiversity Day.
Instead of having fists up as if it is preparing to throw a punch, the new mascot stands tall with a shield that represents a common set of eight characteristics and values found among people who compose the Valpo community. These values include the freedom to inquire, purpose-driven, service-minded, truth seeking, and being humble and compassionate.
“The most exciting thing about our new Crusader is the elements of character that underlie its personality,” said Scott Ochander, Valparaiso University’s vice president for integrated marketing and communications.
The look present in the old mascot is being replaced by a more serious mascot.
And while the old mascot was clearly male, the new Crusader’s gender is hidden beneath a mask so that anyone can identify with the mascot, regardless of background.
“I think the new Crusader does a really good balancing of our tradition with what we aspire to be,” Director of Athletics Mark LaBarbera said.
Look for the new Crusader mascot patrolling the sidelines of athletic events on campus as well as other University events as the year moves along.
