Goldy Gopher

Class:
Graduate Student
Hometown:
Minneapolis, Minn.

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.

CAREER NOTES:

The most diverse and complete multi-sport athlete at the University of Minnesota.
Appears at over 600 outings and events each year.
Entertains young and old alike with shenanigan filled ways and humorous nature.
Often uses the trademark "Spin your head" to fire up crowds at various sporting events.
4-Time National Champion at the Universal Cheerleaders Association National Championships in Orlando, Fla (2011, 2013, 2017, 2018).
Enjoys riding his maroon and gold T3 around the U of M campus and interacting with University students.
Goldy has won 19 cars thanks to golfing hole-in-one's, but has donated them all to the Showcase Showdown on the Price is Right.
Goldy wears pants in public (unlike Bucky).
Goldy obtained unobtainium.
Goldy made it to the last book of Game of Thrones.
Chuck Norris makes Goldy Gopher jokes.
Morgan Freeman's life is narrated by Goldy.

PERSONAL:

Born: 1952
Family member to every University of Minnesota student, staff, and faculty past or present
Plans to attend the University until mascoting becomes a legitimate and respected major and field of study

PERSONAL FRIENDS, ACQUAINTANCES, AND INFLUENCES: