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    Goldy Gopher is the mascot for the University of Minnesota and the associated sports teams, known as the Golden Gophers, as well as a four-time UCA Mascot National Champion (2011, 2013, 2017, and 2018).
    Mascot: Goldy Gopher is the official mascot of the University of Minnesota, often appearing at games and other university functions.
    Goldy Gopher is the face of the University of Minnesota and the biggest fan of all things U of M. A popular character among Minnesota fans and one of the most recognizable mascots in the country. Goldy is a 3-time national champion and will be forever ranked #1 in the hearts of Gopher fans everywhere.
    Goldy Gopher is one of the most recognizable and beloved figures in the state of Minnesota. With the toothiest of grins, boundless energy, and an irrepressible spirit, Goldy is paws down the best mascot around (with national titles to prove it).
    Mascot: Goldy Gopher The University is represented by what has to be the friendliest gopher in the USA.
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    Goldy Gopher - Wikipedia

    Goldy Gopher is the mascot for the University of Minnesota and the associated sports teams, known as the Golden Gophers, as well as a four-time UCA Mascot National Champion (2011, 2013, 2017, and 2018) . During the year, Goldy makes over 1000 appearances and is at virtually all home games for University … See more

    Minnesota became known as the "Gopher State" in 1857, the result of a political cartoon ridiculing the $5 million Railroad Loan which helped open up the West. The cartoon portrayed … See more

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    The first official logo was made in the 1940s by sports merchandiser George Grooms, featuring a smiling "gopher" wearing a hat with the letter M on it. Grooms, while … See more

    • Scallon, Sean (2013-09-23). "MINNESOTA SPORTS ROUND-UP: Goldy Gopher Statue Kicks Off U-Of-M Homecoming Week". Pierce County Herald. Archived from the original on 2017-08-01. Retrieved 2017-05-27. See more

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    Each band member who was allowed the joy of being the Gopher developed an individual personality, a unique way of relating to the crowd. The mystique of Goldy Gopher … See more

    Due to the contributions from students, faculty, family, alumni, and friends, the University of Minnesota's Student Union was able to fund the creation of an all bronze statue of … See more

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  4. Goldy Gopher - University of Minnesota

    Goldy Gopher is one of the most recognizable and beloved figures in the state of Minnesota. With the toothiest of grins, boundless energy, and an irrepressible spirit, Goldy is paws down the best mascot around (with national titles to prove …

  5. Goldy Gopher: The history and evolution of the iconic Minnesota …

  6. University of Minnesota's Evolution of Goldy the Gopher

    Aug 25, 2014 · Various versions of your favorite mascot would appear over the years but Goldy got his name (he had been ‘Goldie' before) and a visual update in 1979 when the Alumni Association hired Bill ...

  7. Minnesota Golden Gophers - Wikipedia

  8. Goldy Gopher - College of Science and Engineering

    In the 1930s, the University of Minnesota football team became known as the Golden Gophers, and 1952 brought the first Goldy mascot when an assistant bandmaster bought a fuzzy wool suit and asked one of the marching band …

  9. History & Traditions - University of Minnesota Athletics

  10. Goldy Gopher - Mascot Hall of Fame

    The University of Minnesota’s four-time Mascot National Champion Goldy Gopher was “born” in 1952 but has never come close to growing up. He’s a fun-loving child at heart – one reason he interacts so well with kids.

  11. Minnesota Golden Gophers football - Wikipedia

    The Minnesota Golden Gophers football team represents the University of Minnesota in college football at the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision level. Founded in 1882, Minnesota has been a member of the Big Ten …

  12. Goldy Gopher - University of Minnesota Athletics