Goldy Gopher was born a chipmunk. That’s because when George Grooms originally drafted the design in the 1940s that would become the University’s mascot, he lived in Iowa, where there were no gophers.

The museum has created a mock criminal lineup comparing five stuffed rodents alongside a stuffed Goldy Gopher. After looking at the five suspects, Compton said it is not unusual to conclude the rodent ...

The Gophers dance team added another national title to its long list of accomplishments.

And finally, when all was said and done after the Gophers’ 24-10 win, it was the man who famously wears a clock under the mascot suit: hip-hop artist Flavor Flav. As Minnesota head coach P.J ...

The University of Minnesota spirit squad continued its storied tradition, adding two national championships at the 2025 UCA & ...

The University of Minnesota Spirit Squad brought home two more national titles this weekend at the Cheerleading & Dance Team ...

It seemed more likely when the mascot was seen holding a sign that read "I miss The Eras Tour." After the Golden Gophers ran out the clock on a 24-10 win over Virginia Tech, head coach P.J. Fleck got ...