What is the oldest college mascot?

What is the oldest college mascot? Handsome Dan is thought to be the first live college mascot in America. Handsome Dan I (pictured) was purchased in 1889 by Yale Lineman Andrew Graves.

Handsome Dan is thought to be the first live college mascot in America. Handsome Dan I (pictured) was purchased in 1889 by Yale Lineman Andrew Graves.