All of UConn's huskies are named Jonathan in honor of Jonathan Trumbull, the last colonial and first state Governor of Connecticut. Traditionally, there are two Jonathan mascots: one is a student in a costume which resembles the university's Athletics logo, and the other is a live husky canine.
Who owns Jonathan the Husky?
UConn's chapter of Alpha Phi Omega, a national co-ed service fraternity, said it has owned Jonathan the Husky since 1970. The fraternity is responsible for Jonathan's well-being, and said the average annual cost of care is about $1,000.
How old is Jonathan the Husky?
Share All sharing options for: Former UConn live mascot Jonathan XIII has died. Jonathan XIII, the white Siberian Husky that served as the school's live mascot from 2008-14 and was a fixture at UConn events even in his retirement, died on Wednesday surrounded by friends, family, and Jonathan XIV. He was 14 years old.
Who is UConn's mascot?
Jonathan the HuskyКоннектикутский университет / Талисман
How old is Jonathan UConn?
Jonathan XIII, the snowy white Siberian Husky who represented UConn as its official mascot for almost six years before going into retirement as mentor and best friend to his successor, has died at age 14.
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