"The Tiger" was the official mascot of the University of Missouri before Truman took his place in 1986. Truman's predecessor was a "plain grey" tiger with black stripes that was simply known as "The Tiger".

Jun 10, 2024 · Exchanging a high-five with Truman the Tiger is a right of passage among University of Missouri students and community members. Here's a look back at the genesis of the Tigers and the birth of our favorite tail-spinning, push-up-celebrating mascot.

Aug 10, 2024 · The Missouri Tigers' mascot, Truman the Tiger, is one of the most popular in college athletics. How did Missouri name its iconic mascot? The Missouri Tigers mascot Truman and fans show support against the Florida Gators prior to a …

Soon after Missouri’s first football team was organized in 1890, the athletic committee adopted the nickname “Tiger” in official recognition of those Civil War defenders. Their spirit is now embodied in the MU mascot – “Truman the Tiger.” In 1984, the Tiger was named Truman after President Harry S. Truman, a Missouri native.

Jan 25, 2024 · In 1890, the men of Mizzou's first football team adopted their name in honor of a militia unit nicknamed "Tigers," made up of local men who came together to defend Columbia from guerilla bands during the Civil War. The mascot endured but Mizzou's tiger has had many faces over the years.

The Tiger was named Truman in 1984 because of a contest held by the cheerleaders. Previously MU had two mascots, a male and a female, but neither had an identity. This contest was held on campus, over a period of a few weeks, to develop a name for the Tiger mascot.

Who (or What) Is the Missouri Tigers Mascot? Truman the Tiger is the University of Missouri’s official mascot. The history of the Tiger mascot in Missouri and how it received its name...

Discover Missouri’s Truman Mascot story, how the Tigers nickname originated and many great traditions that make games at Mizzou a great college football experience.

Truman the Tiger is our mascot and a beloved part of Mizzou tradition. In 2021, the Truman the Tiger mark was updated to resemble the Truman fans see at games and around campus. Use the full-color version of Truman the Tiger on all print and digital marketing materials.

Sep 13, 2021 · In celebration of his 35 th birthday, the University of Missouri marketing and licensing teams took the opportunity to update Truman’s look. “Truman is a Mizzou icon and we wanted to make sure his new design reflects the mascot Tigers know and love,” said RJ Platto, lead graphic designer.