A symbol for all Newcastle students to admire, Percy is especially important to the sporting community whose kit is emblazoned on everything from kit to Instagram logos.
Alex Duggan, the Athletic Union Officer for the university, spoke about how ‘recognisably Newcastle’ Percy is in the sporting sphere against other universities. ‘The lion also has many qualities that athletes look to embody, which is why Percy is so valued’ she said, attributes such as loyalty, courage, and a pack mentality. All of these help students competing in sports to stay motivated and work as a team more effectively.
Not only an inspiration to student-athletes, Percy is also partaking in Movember this month according to the university’s Instagram page. Movember supports men’s mental health and raises awareness with Percy leading the way with an impressive ‘stache.
