Bruiser, a 10 week-old English bulldog puppy, recently arrived on campus and can expect a busy January schedule.The bulldog, born in Oklahoma, will be the new face of Adrian College. He will make special appearances around campus showing up at College-related functions to cheer on students.
Adrian College is one of only a few colleges in the nation to have a live mascot.
Kristi Maxwell, dean of students, says Bruiser will keep school spirit alive by beginning a new tradition at the College.
“We are proud to have Bruiser as a member of our family,” said Maxwell. “He’s the new face of school spirit and we are excited to introduce him to campus. The students will have many opportunities to meet their new ‘sibling’. He’ll be pretty busy during the school year but he will be in excellent hands.”
President Docking thinks the students will be surprised and happy when they return. Although he made it clear to fraternity leaders that Bruiser will not be allowed to join a fraternity or apply for spring classes. Some students who are still on campus and heard about Bruiser are very excited.
“I think it is so great to have a real live bulldog that will attend our events,” said Erin Laurell, a junior at Adrian College. “It's an exciting and unique way to show our school spirit. Not many schools have live mascots so this makes Adrian College standout even more.”
Senior Ryann Waterstradt agrees saying he will get a lot of attention.
“Now we can have Bruiser present at homecoming, campus activities, and our athletic events,” she said. “Bruiser will have no problem getting tons of attention from kids (young and old) who will be willing to pet him and give him tasty treats!”
Although President Docking was reticent at first to host a live mascot, Docking says Bruiser will be required to follow all the school rules like any other student.
“He won’t be legally allowed to drink until he’s three years old,” he said jokingly. “By my calculation he will then be twenty-one in dog years. All kidding aside, I am very excited to bring this new experience to campus and look forward to having Bruiser be a part of the Adrian College Community.”
Bruiser will officially make his debut at the men’s varsity hockey game on Friday, January 22 where he will wave to the crowd from center ice. He will be the honorary guest during a ceremonial puck drop before the game begins at 8 P.M.
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