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    Joe Bruin - Wikipedia

    Joe Bruin, an anthropomorphic male brown bear, is the official mascot of the University of California, Los Angeles’ athletic teams along with Josephine "Josie" Bruin, a female brown bear, who is his regular partner at UCLA sporting events and other university activities. See more

    The earliest known UCLA mascot was a furry stray dog, known as Rags, that a gardener found on the campus of the Normal School in fall 1917. A brief "autobiography" of … See more

    The design for the costumed bears has changed over the years, and Joe has had at least six looks over his history. A major redesign in 1996 ushered in the latest Joe and Josephine Bruin, … See more

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    Joe Bruin was on the final team for the Capital One Bowl National Mascot of the Year team four times: 2005, 2007, 2008 and 2010. The contest began in 2002 and was last held in 2014. See more

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  4. From ‘Rags’ to Bruins - UCLA

    Apr 2, 2024 · Learn how UCLA's mascot evolved from a stray dog to a grizzly bear to a Bruin, and how students and alumni embraced the iconic symbol of school spirit. Discover the …

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    Jul 1, 2011 · Joe’s costumes and depictions have evolved over the years, from a Mickey Mouse-looking Bruin in the 1930s to a smiling Joe (known today as Retro Joe) in the ’70s. Joe’s …

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    Aug 21, 2023 · Joe Bruin is more than UCLA’s official mascot; he’s a unifying symbol transcending generations and backgrounds. His significance lies in his ability to unite people, …

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    Mar 2, 2023 · Learn how UCLA went from having a dog named Rags to a live bear named Joe Bruin, and how the school became the Bruins. Discover the origin and evolution of the iconic Joe and Josephine Bruin costumes and their …

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