April 27, 2001
Mascot Watch
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITYOLD MASCOT: Benny BeaverNEW MASCOT: A beaverCRITICS SAY: The new mascot, which is generally referred to as the "angry beaver," has a less-friendly appearance than the old beanie-wearing Benny, so they want to keep both.WHAT'S HAPPENED: Both mascots have been in use since 1998, but the university began phasing out the friendly Benny in March. Oregon State officials maintain that the meaner-looking version has been well received by students and fans, pointing out that
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