Jonathan the Husky has been the face of the University of Connecticut for decades, but his story and the reason behind his choice as a mascot have a background full of meaning and tradition.

The live mascot of the University of Connecticut -- officially named Jonathan the XIV -- seemingly wasn't going to be able to take the trip due to being just a very big boy with lots of fluffy fur.

Just ask Jonathan XIV. In their first trip to the Final Four since 2014, UConn wanted to send its live mascot, Jonathan the Husky, and his handlers to the big game in Houston on Saturday night.

And for the University of Connecticut, their adorable mascot--aptly named Jonathan the Husky, will once again serve as an image that UConn fans get behind as they try to defend their national title.

Jonathan XIV will be returning to his regular mascot duties after recovering from his surgery. Until then, he will be spending some extra time with his girlfriend K9 Tildy and his UConn family ...

Jonathan XV is a 2-month old Siberian husky who will take over as the official UConn Husky mascot this fall. The puppy was born in Canada on April 19 and arrived on campus on June 17, school ...

For 90 years Huskies have represented UConn as the school’s mascot. Jonathan XV took over the role March 3 and represents UConn at athletics matches, campus events, and other venues.

More important than coach Dan Hurley’s lucky adult underoos, the UConn men’s basketball team will have its mascot, Jonathan the Husky, in attendance for Saturday’s Final Four matchup.

In this case, Jonathan the Husky? The UConn mascot was joined by women’s basketball players on Tuesday as he r ecovers from a veterinary procedure that took place in January. The lovable canine ...

Who are you rooting for to win the NCAA men's basketball championship this year? The University of Connecticut mascot has made his picks and his choice to win it all probably won't surprise you.