In recent years, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has struggled to find a mascot to represent our school on the field. Without a mascot, we are unable to be identified by other universities and potential Illinois students. This lack of identification has caused us to be overshadowed by universities that have mascots. To solve this problem, I am proposing a mascot for the University of Illinois that will inspire, excite, and liven the hearts of the entire student body and staff.

The only icon worthy of representing our distinguished institution is a goose. Why, you may ask? First, geese are a symbol of loyalty, which is a central theme in our fight song. Having a goose as our mascot would establish the importance of this quality and remind Illinois students who we should be as an institution. Next, geese are a symbol of fearlessness, which is an essential value needed in a mascot. Finally, it is said that when a goose enters your life, you feel a profound sense of purpose. A goose as our mascot would remind Illinois students that they serve a purpose and are essential to the functioning and success of this institution.

With your help and support, we can better instill these values into our university and student body. Not only would a goose establish these characteristics, but it would serve as a unique, classy, and distinguished mascot that all Illinois students and staff would be proud of. #rollhonks