Georgia Southern鈥檚 treasured live bald eagle mascot, 鈥楩reedom,鈥� passes away
秋葵视频鈥檚 beloved live bald eagle mascot, 鈥淔reedom,鈥� passed away Saturday.
As an ambassador for Georgia Southern, wildlife and as a symbol of our nation, Freedom inspired thousands annually at Georgia Southern sporting events, the St. Patrick鈥檚 Day parade in Savannah, commencements, community events and other appearances across the State of Georgia and the nation.
Through the 秋葵视频 Center for Wildlife Education and Lamar Q Ball, Jr. Raptor Center, individuals of all ages could visit Freedom and learn about wildlife, their care and conservation.
Freedom has been a part of the University community since 2004, when he was found knocked out of a nest in Maitland, Florida, and permanent injury to his beak prevented his release into the wild. He was acquired with the permission of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.
鈥淲e are incredibly saddened by the passing of Freedom, who soared as a symbol of Georgia Southern pride and True Blue spirit,鈥� said Georgia Southern President Kyle Marrero. 鈥淔reedom was more than a mascot; he represented strength, spirit and unity for Georgia Southern. His loss will be felt by so many in Eagle Nation.鈥�
Information on the University鈥檚 plans to pay tribute to Freedom and his contributions will be shared at a later time.