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‘Colonial Phil’ is out as Community College of Philadelphia’s longtime mascot; ‘Roary,’ the lion, is in

Community College of Philadelphia permanently retired Colonial Phil as its mascot on Tuesday and welcomed Roary, the lion. College officials said the lion, with its strength, reserve and pride, better reflect the school's student body and ideals.

"Roary," the Community College of Philadelphia's new mascot, arrives with much fanfare during a rally unveiling him Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019 on the main campus, at 17th and Spring Garden Streets.
"Roary," the Community College of Philadelphia's new mascot, arrives with much fanfare during a rally unveiling him Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019 on the main campus, at 17th and Spring Garden Streets.Read more