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Bully the bulldog
The university's live mascot is an English bulldog with the inherited title Bully.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Mississippi State Alumni — official source
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A cowbell origin legend
University tradition links cowbells to a wandering cow at a football game. The university presents that origin as a legend, rather than a documented event.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Mississippi State Cowbell — official source
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The Junction
The tailgating area's name recalls Malfunction Junction, a former convergence of campus streets.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Mississippi State Alumni — official source
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Maroon Fridays
Wearing maroon on Fridays is a campus expression of Bulldog pride.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Mississippi State Traditions — official source
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The Drill Field
The Drill Field is a central campus green space used for gatherings and events.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Mississippi State Traditions — official source
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Campus cheese tradition
The campus cheese store sells products associated with Mississippi State's dairy research and educational work.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Mississippi State Alumni — official source
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A 1935 class-ring tradition
The alumni association traces the official class ring's development to 1935.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Mississippi State Alumni — official source
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