What is Harvard University's mascot?

Answer 1

John Harvard, weird but true. Harvard's official mascot is the "Crimson". However, because it would be difficult to have a color patrol the sidelines and excite fans, they sometimes have a costumed John Harvard figure at sporting events.

Answer 2

Harvard University's mascot is John Harvard, a man dressed as a pilgrim. John Harvard was the clergyman for whom the university was named.