The Latin inscription “Mens et Manus” (translated to “mind and hand”) and the books that appear (entitled, “Science and Arts”) on the pedestal embody the idea of cooperation between knowledge and practical science. The year 1861 refers to the year that MIT was incorporated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The most prominent figures (the laborer at the anvil and the scholar with a book) represent MIT’s incorporation of science and industry into its curriculum. The oldest official MIT symbol is the “Mens et Manus” seal that appears on MIT letterheads and other official documents. you wonder how they keep that gigantic head-thing on.” “As it stands now, we are planning to select the image, have the costume constructed this summer, and debuted at an appropriate event in the fall.” “It is a very delicate matter of choosing the right beaver that will represent MIT.”Ĭurrently, Johnson is working with students who submitted entries in the MIT beaver design contest sponsored by CAC. “We are working with to develop an image,” said Johnson. Johnson, assistant director for programs at the Campus Activities Complex, is working with the CAC advisory board and the Undergraduate Association to develop a new design for the beaver mascot costume. The nose is chafed, the eyes need constant attention, and the legs are threadbare and shedding. The costume has become worn-out over the years. It was rented from the costume designer until the early 80’s when it was bought for $1,500. The first beaver costume design was created for the Class of 1927’s 50th reunion and unveiled at the Alumni Day luncheon.
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The beaver mascot can also be seen in full gear at sports games and other student events. The beaver is noted for his engineering, mechanical skills, and industry. The beaver not only typifies the Tech, but his habits are peculiarly our own. We turned to Hornaday’s book on the animals of North America and instantly chose the beaver. But neither of these were American animals. He is wise, patient, strong, hard working, and like all those who graduate from Tech, has a good tough hide. “We first thought of the kangaroo, which, like Tech, goes forward by leaps and bounds. According to brass rate lore, Gardner’s argument for choosing a beaver follows: Maclaurin at the annual dinner of the Technology Club of New York. Gardner 1898 presented the idea to MIT president Richard C. The beaver was adopted as the MIT mascot in 1914. It appears on the “brass rat” class ring and a costumed beaver occasionally appears at sporting events and some student activities. The beaver is perhaps the most conspicuous symbol of MIT. Cheng ’99, the Chorallaries’ business manager. “It continually gets verses added whenever we do new events, such as the beaver’s birthday party in Lobby 7 this year, or each year at Bad Taste,” said Sheri A. It was definitely our way of showing MIT pride.” poke fun at Harvard, if not at the others. “We recently performed the Engineer’s Drinking Song as an encore for a gig with a capella groups from Ivy League schools,” said Levin. “Especially the verse that trashes Harvard and says they can kiss the beaver’s ass.” “People seem to love at MIT,” said Levin. “We tend to write new verses for Bad Taste, at various times throughout the year, and the graduating seniors typically write a verse for their last concert,” said Levin. “We do have the alma mater, but is much more offbeat and humorous, and I think that suits MIT well.”Īn amusing quality of the drinking song is that it is constantly changing. Levin ’00, music director of the MIT Chorallaries. “Some schools have more standard traditional songs about their school,” said Bernard R. These verses include ones that humorously degrade other schools and others that show the ingenious nature and boisterous drinking habits (“we can, we can, we can demolish 40 beers”) of the engineer. Verses are continually added to the song and currently it boasts almost 50 different verses. It was written shortly after the creation of the Chorallaries in 1977, by David H. The MIT Chorallaries have since developed an “Engineer’s Drinking Song.” This entertaining song reflects the comic and creative nature of the students at MIT. Since MIT is primarily an engineering school, an engineer is an obvious symbol to use to represent the student body. Currently there are three symbols that are used to represent MIT: the engineer, the beaver, and the “Mens et Manus” seal.Īlthough there seems to be no documentation on when the engineer officially became a symbol of MIT, it is likely that it has been used since the beginning of the Institute. PDF of This Issue School Mascots A beaver, a seal, and an engineerĪt the center of school spirit undoubtedly lies the school mascot and other representative symbols.
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