California State University, Long Beach: Prospector Pete and The 49ers
Stop the rebranding of CSU, Long Beach! Long Beach State was founded in 1949 and has always been known as the 49ers, despite its various nicknames. Our mascot is Prospector Pete and it should stay that way. The current news that our mascot and school is to be rebranded solely as "the beach" due simply to a donation to the athletic department is outrageous. The athletic department does not speak for the entire Long Beach family. Thousands of dollars are donated annually to the university from various alumni. Alumni who studied and graduated as 49ers and do not want our university rebranded. This rebranding is a waste of valuable resources that could be better used to help current students reach their goals. Go Beach is a slogan, not a mascot. Keep Prospector Pete and the 49ers!
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