Freedom the eagle, Georgia Southern’s mascot since 2004 has died. He was known for flying over stadiums and teaching wildlife conservation.

They wrote, “For more than 20 years, he has symbolized pride and resilience, uniting Eagle Nation. Rescued in 2004, he found a home at Georgia Southern, inspiring generations. Thank you, Freedom. Soar ...

Georgia Southern's live eagle mascot, Freedom, has passed away after 20 years as the school's beloved mascot, the school announced Saturday. "It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of ...

Georgia Southern University posted on their social media today that their mascot, Freedom the eagle, has died. “It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved live bald eagle mascot, ...

From a failed attempt at keeping a live eagle in the 1910s ... Modern collegiate mascots — thick-browed cartoon characters in logo sweaters and costumed cheerleaders who hang in the student ...

The school's original mascot was Pat the Patriot, which was an eagle in a colonial-era Minuteman costume. Over the years the athletics department and student groups adopted an eagle logo ...

Freedom, the live bald eagle mascot of Georgia Southern University, passed away on Saturday, the university announced.