Mascot - Comet Spirit Programs | The University of Texas at Dallas
Temoc is the official mascot of UT Dallas. The character of Temoc was crafted in 1998 by alumnus Aaron Aryanpur. Temoc’s name, blue skin and fiery orange hair all come from a single source: Temoc is “comet” spelled backwards.
Mascot & Legacy Marks - The University of Texas at Dallas
Temoc is the official UT Dallas mascot. These illustrations may be used by the UT Dallas community to promote campus spirit. The Temoc illustration is available in three color variations: orange and blue, white and orange or black and white.
University of Texas at Dallas - Wikipedia
The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD or UT Dallas) is a public research university in Richardson, Texas. It is the northernmost institution of the University of Texas System. It was initially founded in 1961 as a private research arm of Texas Instruments.
Traditions - Student Affairs - The University of Texas at Dallas
Temoc, a blue-skinned comet-in-human-form, is the official mascot of UT Dallas. Temoc was designed in 1998 by then-student Aaron Aryanpur and was officially adopted as the University's mascot in April of that year.
Former Mascot Reveals What It’s Like to be Temoc - The University …
Apr 13, 2021 · The Sulphur Springs native spent two years as the UT Dallas mascot, interacting with students, faculty, staff and alumni at University events and external affairs to help boost school spirit. A former high school mascot, she relished the role and its significance to UTD.
Comets Gain a Mascot - UT Dallas Interactive Timeline
Oct 31, 1998 · After a competition to find a new mascot, UT Dallas decides on “Temoc,” which is “Comet” spelled backward. Alum Aaron Aryanpur designs Temoc, an orange-haired, blue-skinned Comet who frequents events across campus from freshmen orientation to chess matches.
Temoc Gets a Fresh Look - UT Dallas Magazine | The University of Texas ...
Sep 12, 2017 · Students demonstrated a whimsical flare with the naming of the UT Dallas mascot as Temoc. (It’s comet spelled backward.) Until recently, though, there was no official illustration of the quirky and beloved mascot.
University of Texas at Dallas - Comet Spirit Programs
Temoc is the official mascot of UT Dallas. Cheerleaders The UT Dallas Cheerleaders are a co-ed team whose primary focus is to elevate school spirit on campus. Visit Cheerleading ...
Former Mascot Reveals What It’s Like to be Temoc
Apr 13, 2021 · The Sulphur Springs native spent two years as the UT Dallas mascot, interacting with students, faculty, staff and alumni at University events and external affairs to help boost school spirit. A former high school mascot, she relished the role and its significance to UTD.
Whoosh - Traditions - The University of Texas at Dallas
The Whoosh is the UT Dallas signature sign, an understood language between Comets. The salute is named the Whoosh because it is the sound a comet would make if there was sound in space. The gesture honors the campus mascot, Temoc, whose name is comet spelled backward.