The Swic mascot is a representation of school spirit and pride at Southwestern Illinois College. The mascot symbolizes the collective identity of the school community, bringing students, faculty, and staff together in a shared enthusiasm for their institution. The Swic mascot serves as a visual representation of the school's values and traditions. It embodies the spirit of excellence, perseverance, and camaraderie that Southwestern Illinois College aims to cultivate in its students. The mascot is often seen at sporting events, pep rallies, and other campus activities, where it energizes the crowd and fosters a sense of belonging and community. The Swic mascot is also an integral part of the college's branding and marketing efforts.
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Saturday, Jul. 02, 2011
SWIC’s storm cloud gives way to snow leopard
BY WILL BUSS – News-Democrat
BELLEVILLE, ILLINOIS — The smirking-faced thundercloud is out at Southwestern Illinois College.
This fall, when the SWIC Blue Storm takes the court and field of play, they will be represented by a blue-eyed snow leopard.
The Belleville-based community college unveiled the new mascot Friday. The school’s athletic department is replacing the Blue Storm logo, but not the team name.
Athletic Director Jay Harrington said the college wanted to join an eco-driven movement by adopting a team mascot that brings awareness to an endangered species.
“We wanted to do our part, and we really wanted to do what we can to help,” Harrington said. “We feel like that is pretty important.”
The school’s sports teams have been known as the Blue Storm and have played under the storm cloud logo since 2000. During prior decades, the school’s teams were known as the Dutchmen.
Harrington said the new mascot follows other college athletics departments that have adopted team mascots that are endangered species. Harrington cited the University of Alabama, which has long been known as the Crimson Tide and has an elephant mascot. He also said Loyola University in Chicago, known as the Ramblers, adopted the wolf as its team mascot.
Harrington said that by choosing the snow leopard, SWIC hopes to not only draw attention and awareness to the endangered animal, but also to establish one or more scholarships for student-athletes pursuing careers in veterinary sciences or sustainable energy. Merchandise and apparel printed with the new team logo should be available later this year.
“We are very excited that we’re trying to do something for the environment,” he said. “People may think this is cheesy, but it’s not. It’s real. Our school is trying to be more innovative.”
The college is having a contest to name the mascot. Information about the contest is available at www.swic.edu.
Contact reporter Will Buss at [email protected] or 239-2526.
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BLUE STORM GOES GREEN WITH SUSTAINABLE NEW MASCOT
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July 2011 DistrictwiDe FooD Drive BLUE STORM GOES GREEN WITH SUSTAINABLE NEW MASCOT starting this Fall, the swic Blue storm will retire the storm clouD in Favor oF a Ferocious new mascot – the enDangereD snow leoparD. Joining the eco-driven movement at the college, the Athletics department wanted to do its part by adopting a new mascot that needs the help of Planet Earth. Help fight hunger! Donate to the taking care of america Food Drive July 5-7 at all campuses. Please drop off nonperishable food items at: the East St. Louis Community College Center - Building A, Room 1007; the Red Bud Campus - Front Lobby; the Sam Wolf Granite City Campus - Front Hall; and the Belleville Campus - College Activities Office, Room 1246. A variety of food is needed! “By choosing the snow leopard, we hope to draw attention and awareness to this endangered species,” said Athletic Director Jay harrington. “Beyond awareness, we plan to establish one or more scholarships for student-athletes pursuing careers in veterinary sciences or sustainable energy.” The snow leopard, a beautiful Himalayan mountain cat born with striking blue eyes, was an easy match for the premier Blue Storm Athletics program. A natural predator, the snow leopard is known for its ability to survive in a rugged landscape and harsh climate. The cat also is the top predator in its ecosystem. While college sports abound with predatory-feline mascots – lions and tigers and bearcats – “we think ours will be the first snow leopard mascot in North American sports,” said Harrington, who has coached the Blue Storm for more than three decades in his NJCAA Hall of Fame career. Next up is selecting a name for the new Blue Storm mascot. SWIC sports fans are invited to submit names for the snow leopard. To participate, visit SWIC.edu and look for the snow leopard and paw prints. Snow leopard names may be submitted through July 15. SWIC student-athletes will help select finalists; then the winning nickname will be announced to start the fall 2011 semester. The individual who submits the winning name will receive new Blue Storm snow leopard gear.
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CloseThe Swic mascot is also an integral part of the college's branding and marketing efforts. It is featured prominently on promotional materials, merchandise, and social media platforms, helping to create a recognizable and memorable image for the institution. The mascot helps to differentiate Southwestern Illinois College from other schools and promotes a sense of pride among its students and alumni.
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Furthermore, the Swic mascot serves as a symbol of school spirit and team unity. It represents the athletic teams and their dedication to excellence and sportsmanship. The mascot's presence at games and events encourages students and fans to support their teams and cheer them on, creating an atmosphere of excitement and enthusiasm. In conclusion, the Swic mascot is a vital part of Southwestern Illinois College's identity and culture. It embodies the school's values, strengthens school spirit, and fosters a sense of pride and community among students, faculty, and staff. The mascot serves as a symbol of unity, excellence, and team spirit, rallying the community support behind the institution and its athletic teams..
Reviews for "Swic Mascot Traditions: Keeping the Spirit Alive from Generation to Generation"
1. Jennifer - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with the Swic mascot. It just didn't have any personality or charm. The design was lackluster and unoriginal, and it didn't really represent the spirit of the school. Overall, it was a big letdown.
2. Mark - 1/5 stars - The Swic mascot was a complete disaster. It was poorly designed and looked like it was thrown together at the last minute. It lacked any creativity or uniqueness. I couldn't help but feel embarrassed whenever I saw it at sporting events. Definitely not a mascot that I could get behind.
3. Stephanie - 3/5 stars - I wasn't impressed with the Swic mascot. It lacked the enthusiasm and energy that a good mascot should have. The costume was also very plain and uninspiring. There could have been so much more done to make it more engaging and exciting for the students and fans.
4. Michael - 2/5 stars - The Swic mascot was a disappointment. It lacked the wow factor that you would expect from a college mascot. The costume was outdated and didn't reflect the modern image of the school. It's a shame because a well-designed mascot can really help to create a sense of pride and unity among students, but this one missed the mark.