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A One of the most beloved of all West Virginia traditions, the
Mountaineer mascot first appeared informally at WVU sporting events around 1927. The first formally
selected Mountaineer was Lawson Hill (shown below), selected in 1934. The Mountaineer is chosen each
year by Mountain Honorary, WVU’s senior honorary. The Mountaineer’s costume is tailored to fit each
winner, and male Mountaineers customarily grow beards during their tenure to go along with the coonskin
cap and rifle. The idea for a Mountaineer Mascot Statue appeared in 1950, but it wasn’t until 1971 that
the bronze statue in front of the Mountainlair was dedicated.
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