Nittany Lion - Wikipedia
The Nittany Lion is the eastern mountain lion mascot of the athletic teams of the Pennsylvania State University, known as the Penn State Nittany Lions. Created in 1907, the "Nittany" …
The origin of the Nittany Lion - Penn State York
Apr 18, 2024 · The idea for Penn State’s beloved Nittany Lion mascot was formed on this day (April 20) in 1904. As we celebrate the 119th birthday of the "Symbol of Our Best," we pay …
What’s a Nittany Lion? - Pennsylvania State University
The animal: A Nittany lion is a mountain lion or cougar. It’s that simple. Mountain lions roamed the State College area until 1880. At this time the remaining mountain lions were moved out of …
Penn State football nickname, explained: What is a Nittany Lion?
Jan 9, 2025 · And what, exactly, is a Nittany Lion? Heading into its Orange Bowl matchup against Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff semifinals Thursday, here’s a closer look at why …
The Nittany Lion - Penn State University Libraries
The work of noted sculptor Heinz Warneke, the crouching powerful figure is now the popular Nittany Lion Shrine, located at Penn State's University Park campus on a grassy mound amid …
What is a Nittany Lion? Diving into the history behind Penn …
Dec 7, 2024 · What is a Nittany Lion? It's one of the most iconic and unique mascots in college sports, but where does it come from? What makes a lion "Nittany," anyway?
What is a Nittany Lion anyway? What to know about Penn State’s …
Jan 10, 2025 · So, what is a Nittany Lion? The Nittany Lion is more than just a symbol of Penn State University; it’s a nod to the mountain lions that once roamed the Keystone State. Known …
Nittany Lion - Centre County Encyclopedia of History & Culture
Sep 16, 2021 · The Nittany Lion is Penn State’s beloved mascot, “storied in song and legend.” It takes its name from Mount Nittany and the mountain lions that once roamed there and across …
What is a Nittany Lion? - Ask A Librarian - LibAnswers
May 18, 2023 · The Nittany Lion is essentially an ordinary mountain lion (also known as a cougar, puma, or panther), a creature that roamed central Pennsylvania until the 1880s (although …
Nittany Lion Info - Penn State - Official Athletics Website
Aug 8, 2018 · The Nittany Lion Mascot is an essential part of Penn State's tradition and pride, which originated in 1904 during a baseball game against Princeton.