and since then the Nittany Lion has stuck in the hearts and minds of Penn State alums. The original mascot costume resembled an African lion, and 1921 was the first time a student wore it.

And while the gold-helmeted Fighting Irish are a well-understod mascot, Penn State’s Nittany Lions aren’t as obvious. So, what is a Nittany Lion? The Nittany Lion is more than just a symbol of ...

Penn State's old mascot, often called "Old Coaly," is a unique and cherished part of the university's history. Old Coaly was not the traditional sports mascot we associate with universities today ...