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" …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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?

Jan 9, 2025 · Heading into its Orange Bowl matchup against Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff semifinals Thursday, here’s a closer look at why Penn State is called the Nittany Lions: …

The athletic symbol of the Pennsylvania State University is the North American felis concolor, variously known as the mountain lion, cougar, puma, or panther. The large tawny-colored "cat" …

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 …

Sep 20, 2023 · According to the university and Onward State, students still sing while the band plays “Hail to the Lion” but the original song was called “The Nittany Lion” and it was created in …

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.