"Boomer's" Reveal

Last night, the school mascot was revealed. A surprisingly large amount of students filtered into the Athletic Center. Small flashlights were given at the door representing, what we soon found out, was a laser.

At about 7:45pm, a casually dressed President Alexander was introduced. He dramatically read a speech reviewing Lasell College sports and pride, present and past. It was buzzing through the students how great it was to see him there, so enthralled in what was going on.

When the lights were turned down, small flashlight-lasers shot through the dark and howling students could be heard straight across campus. The tension was high and finally our mascot was revealed: Boomer the Torchbearer. A navy blue character who looks like he shot out of the sky... laser-like? How fitting.

So that was that, Boomer is Lasell College's first official mascot! As we all know, torches have played a large part in Lasell history since the beginning when they started being used at graduation ceremonies. A torchbearing mascot seems more than appropriate.

As I see it, the reveal was an overall success. The new mascot was very well recieved. It was a great opportunity for all students to come together, united in a fun and historical moment on campus.

Picture borrowed from the Boomer the Torchbearer Facebook Fan Club.