Colleges That Have Changed Their Nickname  Due To Public Pressure
With Native American groups crying foul, colleges have changed their nicknames so that they
will no longer be perceived as insensitive

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At the turn of the 19th century, many professional and collegiate universities sought to unite their teams and fan bases behind a particular nickname and mascot brand.  Many schools and teams chose generic Indian names while others saluted particular tribes.

Notable Colleges That Have Changed Their Nicknames 

 

colleges that have changed their nicknames
The Saltine Warrior
In 1931,an Indian dressed mascot began appearing at Syracuse University sporting events. The costume was donned by Lambda Chi brothers for a 4-decade run before other students were allowed to participate. As time passed by, there was pressure from Native Americans to retire the Saltine Warrior. This mascot tradition was retired by the school in 1978.

Fired Mascots: Due to public pressure, these collegiate mascots were given their walking papers by their
respective universities.

FBS Universities Still Sporting Native American Nicknames: