Herky the Hawk is the athletics mascot of the University of Iowa Hawkeyes. Herky was drawn as a cartoon in 1948, and was first portrayed at a football game in 1959. Periodically, Herky's wardrobe and overall design have been updated. Herky can be seen at University of Iowa events.

Herky the Hawk is a full-time ambassador for the University of Iowa. The iconic mascot can be seen around campus, around the state, and even around the Nation, making Hawkeye Fans stand up for the Black and Gold and yell ‘Let’s Go Hawks!’. Herky The Hawk also represents Iowa at UCA College Nationals.

Aug 21, 2023 · Leading the Iowa Hawkeyes out before games and bringing the energy, Herky is known by all fans. A history lesson and look at Iowa's mascot.

Aug 22, 2024 · Who (or What) Is the Iowa Hawkeyes’ Mascot? Herky the Hawk is the beloved mascot of the University of Iowa Hawkeyes athletics. First introduced as a cartoon in 1948, Herky debuted in person at a football game in 1959.

Oct 3, 2023 · After a live black bear and multiple Great Danes failed to serve as an enduring symbols of the Hawkeyes, the University of Iowa found a school mascot who has withstood the test of time: Herky the Hawk. The beloved mascot turns 75 this year.

During the mid-1950s, Herky came to life at a football game as the Iowa mascot with a black leather head and gold felt feathers. Herky represents not only the University of Iowa, but also the entire state of Iowa...hence the state's nickname, the Hawkeye State.

During the mid-1950s, Herky came to life at a football game as the Iowa mascot with a black leather head and gold felt feathers. Herky represents not only the University of Iowa, but also the entire state of Iowa...hence the state's nickname, the Hawkeye State.

During the mid-1950s, Herky came to life at a football game as the Iowa mascot with a black leather head and gold felt feathers. Herky represents not only the University of Iowa, but also the entire state of Iowa...hence the state's nickname, the Hawkeye State.

Oct 5, 2024 · After Dick Spencer’s Herky was chosen as SUI’s official mascot in 1948, Herky began appearing on paper, and without question, he was well-received by Hawkeye fans. Because of his growing popularity, in the early 1950’s – Herky began making his first “live” appearances at Iowa Stadium and at pep-rallies around campus.

Aug 7, 2023 · A statewide competition is held to name Iowa’s mascot. John Franklin of Belle Plaine, Iowa, submits the winning name: Herky the Hawk, short for Hercules.