{"id":3561,"date":"2021-01-14T19:50:27","date_gmt":"2021-01-14T19:50:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/olympusmascots.com\/?p=3561"},"modified":"2022-01-20T15:28:44","modified_gmt":"2022-01-20T15:28:44","slug":"why-college-mascots-improve-the-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/olympusmascots.com\/blog\/why-college-mascots-improve-the-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"Why College Mascots Improve the Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Ever since the Quaker Oats Man made his first appearance in 1877, mascots have been branding products and businesses of all types. Mascots are one of the most classic forms of branding and remain relevant today, promoting products and slinging slogans with continual fervor. But why do so many different organizations choose mascots as the center of their brand strategies? It\u2019s all about recognition and sociability- making them the perfect ambassadors for your college or university.<\/p>

Living away from home for the first time while attempting to sort out a career path often leaves new students feeling lost. When alumni recall their college mascots, however, they\u2019re likely to say, \u201cWe were the\u2026\u201d rather than, \u201cOur mascot was\u2026\u201d It\u2019s mascot psychology; on some level, they identify with the mascot. They feel like part of its community because it\u2019s the one thing they shared with every other student. This is the main benefit of college mascots \u2013 they create that sense of belonging students crave, and it makes them feel at home.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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6 Benefits of College Mascots:<\/h2>
  1. A college mascot becomes a recognizable symbol for your college \u2013 in both the campus and surrounding communities.<\/li>
  2. School mascots increase awareness about available programs and services.<\/li>
  3. A school mascot engages students, alumni, staff, and faculty. A school mascot encourages everyone to get more involved.<\/li>
  4. A mascot provides entertainment and builds spirit at campus and community events.<\/li>
  5. A school mascot adds personification of your college\u2019s brand.<\/li>
  6. The best college mascots provide limitless marketing and PR opportunities.<\/a><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    Bringing Your School Mascot to Life<\/h2>

    Want to start building community around your college or university? Here are some things to consider while putting together your very own mascot.\u00a0<\/p>