The discussion died down until a mascot craze in the 1960s and ‘70s, Dooley said, when universities, such as Ohio State introduced Brutus. Former UM athletic director Don Canham did not join ...

Michigan State's Sparty mascot was created in 1955. The University of Michigan has never had an official mascot, but students and alumni have referred to themselves as "Wolverines" since the 1860s.

Michigan State is a major finalist for the consensus No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, along with Penn State, and he visited ...

Sport Illustrated's Patrick Andres rated each school's mascot, except for Michigan, Illinois, San Diego State and Ole Miss, because each of those universities does not have a school-sanctioned mascot.

For three years, Nicole Niemiec was Sparty, Michigan State University's mascot. She talks to Bustle about a life of secrecy, push-ups, and platform shoes.

Everyone knows the most common mascot names used, not only in Michigan, but across the country. But, I’m more interested in the ones that make you laugh or think a little.

From River Rats and Doughboys to Modeltowners and Tractors, the question remains: Who has the best Michigan high school mascot? Breaking down a top 10 and best of the rest: ...

Sport Illustrated's Patrick Andres rated each school's mascot, except for Michigan, Illinois, San Diego State and Ole Miss, because each of those universities does not have a school-sanctioned mascot.