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First and foremost, let me stress that Peruna, the black Shetland pony who made his first appearance at a campus pep rally in 1932, is and will continue to be our mascot.
- Is Peruna a Mustang?
- Why is Fordham's mascot a Ram?
- What is SMU known for?
- What traditions does SMU have?
- What is SMU motto?
- Where do SMU students come from?
- Is Fordham Soccer d1?
- Who is Fordham's rival?
- Does SMU have softball?
- What does SMU football stand for?
Is Peruna a Mustang?
The feisty miniature black stallion made his first appearance at a pep rally, November 4, 1932. He was promptly named 'Peruna' after a popular patent medicine (18 percent alcohol). ... For the processional, the Mustang Band played 'Peruna' (She'll Be Coming Around the Mountain) as a dirge.
Why is Fordham's mascot a Ram?
For a fifty-year period from 1925-1975, Fordham had a live ram for a mascot. Named Ramses (I-XXVII), the ram lived on campus and attended sporting events. Hijinks often ensued between Fordham and other schools, notably Manhattan - who kidnapped Ramses on multiple occasions.
What is SMU known for?
A nationally ranked private university located near the heart of Dallas, SMU is a distinguished center for global research with a liberal arts tradition.
What traditions does SMU have?
From day one on the Hilltop, students are taught about the traditions that make SMU special. The chants and cheers, school colors, fight songs, and a Shetland pony named Peruna… all of these lend themselves to the campus life and school spirit.
What is SMU motto?
The SMU motto is veritas liberabit vos, or, 'The truth will make you free.
Where do SMU students come from?
Approximately 50 percent of SMU students come from outside of Texas, with California, Florida and Illinois following Texas as the leading home states.
Is Fordham Soccer d1?
We are NCAA Division I and play in the Atlantic 10 Conference in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, indoor and outdoor track, women's rowing, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis and volleyball. Our football team competes in the Patriot League (NCAA I-FCS).
Who is Fordham's rival?
When up against other colleges, Fordham's primary rivals were Xavier (a school that later dropped its college division but still exists as a high school and to this day is a rival of Fordham Prep), CCNY, Saint Peter's and Seton Hall.
Does SMU have softball?
Yes, players without prior experience can still join SMU Softball. With the guidance of our coach and senior players, you will be able to pick-up the relevant skills for you to play the softball game. ... Our regular training is conducted by our coach, Mr. Nevan Mok.
What does SMU football stand for?
The SMU Mustangs football program is a college football team representing Southern Methodist University (SMU) in University Park in Dallas County, Texas. The team competes in the NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) as a member of the American Athletic Conference (The American).
