🦅Mascot: "Crimson Hawks"
2 schools use the "Crimson Hawks" mascot.
Fast Facts
- Schools using this mascot
- 2 schools
- States represented
- 2 states
- Most common state
- Florida (1)
- Top state per capita
- Washington
- Popular school level
- High School (2)
- Mascot type
- Animal • Bird • Color-Based
Most common states: Florida (1), Washington (1)
Top 2 Color Combos
- (1)BurgundyGray
- (1)RedSilverGray
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Data source: MascotFinder School DB · Cached for performance
Meet the Crimson Hawks 🐾, a mascot that's all about flair and spirit This color-based mascot, dominated by the bold and vibrant color crimson, is a favorite at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) and possibly other schools, though IUP is the most well-known. The name "Crimson Hawks" was chosen because hawks are native to the area around IUP, and it pays homage to the school's colors, crimson and gray. At IUP, the Crimson Hawk mascot, named Norm, is a frequent sight at varsity athletic games and various campus events. Norm's name is a nod to IUP's roots, originally known as "Indiana Normal School" back in 1875. The Crimson Hawks mascot symbolizes strength, agility, and sharp vision – qualities that any student or athlete would aspire to. Whether soaring through the skies or cheering on the sidelines, the Crimson Hawks are a symbol of pride and teamwork. So, next time you hear about the Crimson Hawks, you'll know they're more than just a cool name – they're a spirit of excellence and community.
Community Voices
Hear how the Crimson Hawks fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 1 programs flying the Crimson Hawks banner across Florida. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Blair Brooks
Florida Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Washington. With 1 schools per million residents, the Crimson Hawks is part of daily conversations here.”
Phoenix Kim
Washington Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Crimson Hawks delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Morgan Brooks
Regional Pep Collective
FAQ: Crimson Hawks Mascot
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
2 schools in our database use the Crimson Hawks mascot across 2 states.
The Crimson Hawks shows up most in Florida (1) and Washington (1). Wa also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Crimson Hawks as a Animal, Bird, and Color-Based mascot.
High School programs adopt the Crimson Hawks most often (2 schools).