Grooms was born in Ottumwa, Iowa, where he studied art under one of Diego Rivera’s students ... While he worked at the company, Grooms designed the first gopher mascot. At that time, many colleges ...

The museum has created a mock criminal lineup comparing five stuffed rodents alongside a stuffed Goldy Gopher. After looking at the five suspects, Compton said it is not unusual to conclude the rodent ...

Saturday during Minnesota's dominant 48-23 win over Maryland in Minneapolis, the team's mascot, Goldy Gopher, had multiple ...

6-inches — will be designed by local artists selected through a juried art call and sponsored ... As the University of Minnesota mascot, Goldy Gopher will provide a dose of fun for Arboretum ...

Get ready for a “gopher” invasion next year at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum as it embarks on a summer-long celebration of state pride and one beloved “maroon and ...