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Institutional Wildcat
Ceremonial Seal
Athletics Wildcat
Big C Spirit Mark
OUR SYMBOLS
Designed to honor Lynx rufus californicus, our Wildcat mascot, this is the core identity of the University. It is also an enduring symbol of our cherished natural environment and honors
our connection to the ancestral lands of the Maidu and Mechoopda people, upon which our institution is built.
The University Seal is comprised of several key elements: the year of Chico State’s founding in 1887; the University motto of “Today Decides Tomorrow;” our Wildcat mascot; decorative columns and arches in the architecture of our oldest buildings; and the oak tree, which was a staple for the Mechoopda and remains a tireless symbol of unity and wisdom.
Proud, distinct, and adaptable, our athletics identity is a worthy symbol of our championship culture. Our student-athletes train to win—in the classroom and on the field—with a fierce commitment to continuous improvement in order to make a positive impact on the team and the world.
The Big C Spirit Mark pays tribute to the honors athletics association Block C Club, as well as the letters earned by student-athletes for their years of competition. It’s also a tribute to the first letter of our name—Chico—and our state— California, and aims to evoke a sense of pride, loyalty, and tradition.
Our Wildcats make an immediate and lasting impression wherever they go. This mark vividly and immediately conveys our brave personality.
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