Stockton University - Wikipedia
WEBStockton University is a public university in Galloway Township, New Jersey. It is part of New Jersey's public system of higher education. It is named for Richard Stockton, one of the New Jersey signers of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. Founded in 1969, Stockton accepted its charter class in 1971.
Traditions - About Stockton University
WEBThe osprey, Stockton’s mascot, has a spectacular six-foot wing span, occurs world-wide, and can be seen hunting fish over the campus lakes spring through fall. We are proud to call our athletic teams the Ospreys.
Symbols & Traditions - Commencement | Stockton University
WEBStockton's official mascot, native to our region and saved from extinction through the efforts of Stockton faculty, now names our renowned athletic teams.
Conservation Efforts Help Our Osprey Mascot - Stockton University
WEBGalloway, N.J. - When Stockton University chose the osprey as its official mascot in the early 1970s, the fish hawk was an endangered species with only 50 or so nesting pairs left in New Jersey. Bald eagles were down to one nesting pair …
Osprey Mascot - Stockton University Athletics
WEBJul 25, 2012 · The Osprey mascot is named Talon. The name was chosen by Stockton students through a contest that was held by the Student Senate. Talon will be at many Stockton home intercollegiate games. Talon will also make appearances at other Stockton events based on availability. Go Ospreys!
Osprey Mascot - Athletics & Recreation - Stockton University
WEBThe Osprey mascot is named Talon. The name was chosen by Stockton students through a contest that was held by the Student Senate. Talon can be seen cheering on the Stockton teams at athletic events throughout the year.
Q. How was the osprey chosen as the mascot for Stockton?
WEBAug 6, 2024 · The osprey was selected as the mascot of Richard Stockton State College (now Stockton University) in January 1973. Professor Sandra Hartzog (then, Assistant Professor of Genetics) made the suggestion.
Breaking ‼️ The Canada Goose is the... - Stockton University
WEBApr 1, 2021 · Breaking ‼️ The Canada Goose is the new Osprey. The Argo has the full story on our new mascot. Update: Today’s issue of the RAGO is online at...
Happy #NationalBirdDay, Ospreys. The... - Stockton University
WEBJan 5, 2019 · Happy #NationalBirdDay, Ospreys. The story of our mascot is one of perseverance by a species struggling for survival and commitment by conservationists to keep the Osprey from disappearing in New...
How did the Osprey become the... - Stockton University - Facebook
WEBHow did the Osprey become the #StocktonU mascot? Sandra Bierbrauer, professor emeritus, was running late to a College Council meeting to field ideas...