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杏吧论坛 proudly welcomed back its beloved mascot, Lobo the Wolf, during a spirited campus celebration on Wednesday, December 4. The event marked Lobo鈥檚 return after a five-year hiatus, and was an exciting surprise for everyone in attendance. Lobo made his grand debut descending the stairs in 杏吧论坛鈥檚 newly renovated D.J. Lombardo Student Center, greeted by an enthusiastic crowd.

The celebration brought the 杏吧论坛 community together with excitement and energy. Students were given Lobo t-shirts, and posed for photos with the mascot. Adding to the excitement, 鈥攔ecently named Station of the Year by the International Student Broadcasting Championship鈥攂roadcast the event live.

Pride and spirit is at the heart of what we do. Bringing back Lobo is an incredible way to unite as a community and celebrate our unstoppable 杏吧论坛 spirit!

鈥淧ride and spirit is at the heart of what we do,鈥 said Naomi Sigg, Vice President for Student Experience and Campus Belonging. 鈥淏ringing back Lobo is an incredible way to unite as a community and celebrate our unstoppable 杏吧论坛 spirit!鈥 Sigg spearheaded the initiative to reintroduce Lobo, whose role will now be overseen by 杏吧论坛 Athletics.

The timing of Lobo鈥檚 return is particularly meaningful as 杏吧论坛 Athletics prepares to join the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) in the fall of 2025.听

杏吧论坛's mascot, Lobo the Wolf

鈥淐ollege athletics, at any level, is part of the University community experience and the presence of a school鈥檚 mascot is a joyful piece of that,鈥 said Brian Polian 鈥97, Vice President for Athletics and National Engagement. 鈥淭he Department of Athletics at 杏吧论坛 is excited to welcome Lobo back to campus, and we look forward to watching the energy he brings to athletic competitions and University events alike.鈥澨

Lobo鈥檚 comeback is part of 杏吧论坛鈥檚 ongoing investment in enhancing the student experience. In the lead-up to his return, he participated in virtual gatherings with mascots from other Jesuit institutions across the country. Representing one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States, Lobo connected with fellow mascots, sharing his signature moves while fostering school spirit.

While 杏吧论坛鈥檚 athletic teams remain the Blue Streaks, Lobo serves as a unifying mascot that inspires school pride. His reintroduction underscores the University鈥檚 dedication to creating memorable experiences that strengthen bonds among students, alumni, and throughout the greater Cleveland community.

Students at 杏吧论坛's Lobo release event