What's a Don? - University of San Francisco
The new name spawned a more dignified mascot. In his signature mask and cape, Don Francisco – whose name is a subtle nod to Don Francisco de Haro, the city’s first mayor – represents a highly stylized version of the old-school Spanish look.
Why the Dons? - University of San Francisco Athletics
Feb 5, 2013 · USF's mascot is named Don Francisco, in honor of Don Francisco de Haro, the first mayor of San Francisco. In November of 1931, USF's student body president, George Ososke, received a letter from the San Francisco Junior Chamber of Commerce critical of the university's use of the term "Grey Fog" to designate its athletic teams.
San Francisco Dons - Wikipedia
However, as the college began to develop an identity distinct from the high school—the college became the University of San Francisco in 1930—it adopted green and gold as its colors in 1927 and chose the Don as its mascot in 1932.
USF could ditch ‘Dons’ sports mascot over association with …
Aug 24, 2023 · Students at University of San Francisco say the school’s mustachioed mascot, the Don, evokes the painful history of colonialism and has to be replaced.
Update to the Don Mascot Change Initiative - San Francisco …
The “Grey Fog” was changed to the Don, following a 1931 Foghorn initiative. While Don is an homage to Don Francisco de Haro, the first mayor of San Francisco, students have expressed concern over the mascot’s problematic historical implications.
University of San Francisco Considers Changing Longtime Mascot …
Aug 25, 2023 · USF’s mascot, a masked man with a Spanish-style green hat, green gloves, and a cape, is named in honor of Don Francisco de Haro, the first mayor of San Francisco.
Behind the Mascot: There's A New Don in Town - University of San ...
Nov 17, 2014 · Behind the Mascot: There's A New Don in Town. Watch the video. With USF Athletics' focus to go from good to great, Don Francisco felt the urge to step up his game. He took to the volleyball court, but Oluoma Okaro showed him who was boss. Don stepped in the batting cages and struck out.
Making Waves: Day of the Dons Unites Generations Through …
On March 21, 2024, students, friends, and alumni joyfully convened for Day of the Dons, USF’s 24-hour day of fundraising dedicated to celebrating the boundless generosity and unity of the community.
Letter From the Editor - San Francisco Foghorn
Sep 14, 2022 · According to the “What’s a Don?” page on USF’s website, the San Francisco Junior Chamber of Commerce thought the former mascot’s name would “hurt the city’s advertising.” In response to them, the Foghorn asked their readership to propose a new name.
Don-troversial: USF’s Debate Team prepares to ... - San Francisco …
On Dec. 1, USF’s debate team will debate the University’s definition of the Don in a community open forum and ask if the Don is an appropriate symbol for our university. On one side of the debate, the removal of a mascot could be considered a drastic measure that threatens an institution’s history — but there is growing precedent for ...
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