Ashworth University Students Make History Naming First School Mascot
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Norcross, GA, August 21, 2008 --( In a recent online contest, the Ashworth University student body elected to become the Knights by an overwhelming 55% majority.Largely associated with school athletic teams, it was a pleasant surprise to Ashworth administration to discover a grassroots initiative on the student Forum expressing interest in a mascot.Steeped in history and meaning to students, faculty and alumni, a mascot can be a person, animal or object and is historically supposed to bring good luck for the organization it represents.They are drawn to our programs because they are flexible, self-paced and fit into their existing lives,” said Jon Bouffler, Ashworth Executive Vice President.Defenders of a good cause.” Green is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Management.“There was a lot of thoughtful consideration that went into the short list,” said Jayme Normand, an early supporter of having a school mascot.