🐞Mascot: "Wasps"
7 schools use the "Wasps" mascot.
Fast Facts
- Schools using this mascot
- 7 schools
- States represented
- 5 states
- Most common state
- Utah (2)
- Top state per capita
- Vermont
- Popular school level
- Elementary (3)
- Mascot type
- Animal • Insect
Most common states: Utah (2), Vermont (2), Illinois (1)
Top 5 Color Combos
- (1)GoldPurple
- (1)RedWhiteBlack
- (1)MaroonWhiteGray
- (1)RedGold
- (1)GoldBlack
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Data source: MascotFinder School DB · Cached for performance
Hey there Let's talk about one of the coolest, yet often underestimated, school mascots out there: the Wasps 🐾. This mascot is all about the fierce and tiny insect that packs a big punch. Emory & Henry University in Virginia is one of the most well-known schools to adopt this buzzing mascot, and it's a unique one – they're the only college or university in the U.S. with this nickname. The story behind how they got this name is pretty interesting. It started back when their defensive unit in a football game against Tennessee was so tough that it reminded people of wasps swarming around, protecting their nest. Since then, the Wasps have become a beloved and intimidating symbol of school spirit. While it might not be the most common mascot, the Wasps have a special place in the hearts of their fans, and their mascot, Stinger, is a fan favorite at games and local events. So, if you're looking for a mascot that's all about being bold and fierce, the Wasps are definitely worth buzzing about ⚡ 🛡️
Community Voices
Hear how the Wasps fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 2 programs flying the Wasps banner across Utah. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Rowan Kim
Utah Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Vermont. With 2 schools per million residents, the Wasps is part of daily conversations here.”
Riley Diaz
Vermont Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Wasps delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Casey Diaz
Regional Pep Collective
FAQ: Wasps Mascot
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
7 schools in our database use the Wasps mascot across 5 states.
The Wasps shows up most in Utah (2), Vermont (2), and Illinois (1). Vt also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Wasps as a Animal and Insect mascot.
Elementary programs adopt the Wasps most often (3 schools). High School (3) and Middle School (1) also feature this mascot.