Ralphie the Buffalo is the name of the live mascot of the University of Colorado Buffaloes. The current Ralphie – nicknamed Ember – is the sixth bison to fill the role since 1967. Ralphie is best known for running a horseshoe pattern around Folsom Field prior …

Sep 8, 2023 · CU has been using a series of live Buffaloes mascots named Ralphie since 1967.

Jun 28, 2016 · There are a couple versions of the story on how Ralphie became the name of our beloved mascot. One story says the Student Body Government held a "Name the Buffalo" contest and received many entries. One entry was for "Ralph," in honor of the Junior Class president at the time, Ralph Jay Wallace.

Sep 15, 2023 · Brooke Neely, a research associate with CU Boulder's Center of the American West, broke down the distinction between bison and buffalo in a video Tuesday, and the Mountain West's long history with buffaloes that may have fueled Ralphie being referred to as a buffalo.

Jun 15, 2016 · The University of Colorado Boulder has one of the more unique mascots in all of intercollegiate athletics, a live buffalo mascot named Ralphie. Ralphie, with a team of varsity student-athletes called Ralphie Handlers, is a symbol of Buff pride and is best known for leading the football team onto the field on game day.

Sep 9, 2017 · Ralphie the buffalo: the live mascot of University of Colorado. In a four part series we look at live collage football mascots. Ralphie is an american Bison ...

Aug 28, 2024 · As one of the most iconic symbols of the University of Colorado and an enduring figure in the world of college sports, Ralphie the Buffalo holds a special place in the hearts of Buffaloes fans.

Nov 19, 2024 · Ralphie, CU Boulder's iconic live buffalo mascot, charges onto the field, embodying the university's spirit and pride. A symbol of tradition and excitement, Ralphie captivates fans and...

Sep 12, 2023 · While Cam the Ram’s identity as a Rambouillet ram is widely recognized, Ralphie the Buffalo is a bit trickier. In fact, contrary to popular belief, Ralphie is technically a North American bison.

Sep 1, 2021 · BOULDER — The University of Colorado has anointed its newest live Buffalo mascot – Ralphie VI – and she is set to make her debut this Friday night at the Buffaloes' season opener against Northern Colorado, Ralphie Program …