The Golden Gater has been officially chosen as the S.T.C. mascot. This decision was reached after a second student body election on the matter. The Golden Panther was a close second in the voting.

Feb 15, 2023 · According to a post on the university’s library answers website, Gator is a derivative of “Golden Gater,” which was selected as the school’s original mascot because San Francisco was known as...

Aug 28, 2023 · Introduced as an athletics mascot, Alli arrived on campus in 1931 and became a beloved fixture at campus events. Suggested alternatives for the school mascot included the golden panthers, owls and seals, but none of those stuck.

From the entering class photo, meeting the Gator Mascot, to exploring this incredible region and city, you'll find that these traditions unite students, faculty, and alumni in a shared sense of belonging. Follow SF State Channels: @SFSU_NSFP.

After rocking the same look for 92 years, our mascot Alli Gator decided it was time to reinvent their look. As the school year begins, it’s time for everyone — humans and alligators alike — to return to campus, show off their new fits and start the school year off on the right foot or claw.

Aug 28, 2023 · After rocking the same look for 92 years, San Francisco State University’s mascot Alli Gator decided it was time to reinvent their look.

Dec 18, 2024 · A feature on the University’s beloved alligator mascot traces its evolution from quirky beginnings to its current status as a sassy symbol of Gator pride. Another powerful story explores how the 1968 student strike that led to the creation of SF State’s College of Ethnic Studies inspired another group of activists — those fighting for ...

In 1931, students selected the Golden Gater as the mascot because San Francisco was known as the City of the Golden Gate, which was the name of the waterway connecting San Francisco Bay to the Pacific Ocean even before the famous bridge was built over the strait (1933-1937).

October 2023: Alli Gator – San Francisco State University Meet Alli Gator: The SF State Mascot With A Passion for Life Hello everyone! Today, we’re diving deep into the world of Alli Gator, the iconic San Francisco State mascot who’s been a beacon of joy and spirit for decades.

MASCOT The Gator (alligator). Selected by students in ˛ˆˇ˛, it was originally spelled with an “er” — Golden Gaters — a play on words to emphasize San Francisco State’s location. PERFECT LOCATION The 144-acre main campus is on the southwest side of San Francisco, less than two miles from the Pacific Ocean. Additional Sites: