Some school in Columbus was already known by that one. Maybe the state bird – the cardinal – would have been an option had it been picked before Akron selected its mascot in 1926. The cardinal became ...

Stanford University is surely one of the most prestigious institutions known. It is recognized for its academic excellence, powerhouse athletic programs, and… a tree? Yes, you read that right.

Not to mention his actual physical battle with the Houston Cougar. No. 2: Dubs As one of the only schools on this list brave enough to have a live mascot, Washington almost made it to the No. 1 spot ...