Peruna is the official mascot and fight song of the Southern Methodist University (SMU) Mustangs, named after Peruna, a popular patent medicine (18 percent alcohol). [1] The name …

Oct 12, 2011 · Small yet ferocious, cute but deadly, SMU’s Peruna is the mascot that all other mascots fear. But even though he was ranked as the #10 Best College Mascot by America’s …

The first mascot was a 28” high, 150-pound pony donated by T.E. Jones of Arlington Downs. The feisty miniature black stallion made his first appearance at a pep rally, November 4, 1932. He …

The SMU motto is veritas liberabit vos, or, “The truth will make you free.” It’s featured all across campus, including in the official SMU seal cast into the rotunda floor of SMU’s first building, …

Peruna is our beloved SMU mascot since 1932. Each black Shetland pony has been known for his feisty stallion personality. We’re proud to claim the bold spirit they all personify.

Aug 24, 2024 · The entire mascot team at SMU consists of the costumed human version of Peruna, the live animal Peruna, and a group of Peruna handlers. Peruna was selected the #10 …

Oct 25, 2023 · Peruna IX is 12 years into his reign as SMU’s live mascot, and being ninth in line comes with quite a reputation to uphold. A deep dive into SMU’s archives revealed the …

Nov 10, 2023 · In 1933, a miniature horse became SMU's first mascot. Named after a popular medicinal tonic with a kick, the mascot became known as Peruna. Since its first year on the …

Dec 17, 2024 · Who is the SMU Mustangs mascot? The mascot for the SMU Mustangs is Peruna, a Shetland pony. Peruna has been a symbol of SMU's spirit and pride since the 1930s, and …

Jun 7, 2016 · In 1932, SMU found its mascot in a 150-pound Shetland Pony who we named Peruna. Since then, SMU has had nine Peruna’s and the current Peruna turned nine on April …