The USV DRagon

Meet Our Mascot

It's Time for the Big Reveal

There has been months of excitement, eager anticipation, and a fierce battle of name submissions. Hundreds of names have been contributed, the votes have been tallied, and now there is only one thing left to do. 🐲⚔️

We are thrilled to introduce the official name for the USV Dragon! Drum roll, please…. 🥁🥁🥁

Please welcome, "Cogswell," the USV Dragon!

Cogswell is more than just a dragon—the dragon is a living symbol of everything we stand for: creativity, technology, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. With his fiery spirit, Cogswell will inspire us to push the boundaries of what’s possible and carry the legacy of University of Silicon Valley into the future. Join us as we welcome Cogswell to the family—he’s ready to soar!

Get to Know the USV Dragon

Fast Facts

Name: Cogswell
Height: 62 feet
Weight: 6 tons
Wingspan: 100 feet
Age: 137 years
Hailed From: Mission District, San Francisco—Now resides in Innovation Triangle, San Jose

Cogswell's Quirks: Behind the Scales

Origin Story: Legend has it that Cogswell the Dragon was born from the embers of a failed tech prototype but was quickly transformed into a force for innovation.
Hobbies: When Cogwell is not inspiring students, Cogswell loves to tinker with gadgets, create mixtapes, illustrate, and occasionally take a nap in the university’s data center.
Favorite Snack: Flamin’ Hot Cheetos
Favorite Movie: Shrek, but just the dragon scenes
Favorite Song: “Ring of Fire” by Johnny Cash
Secret Talent: Cogswell can code in Python, JavaScript, and—if you catch him on a good day—he’ll even help with your capstone project.

More Than Just a Name

This legendary creature now proudly carries the name chosen by YOU, the USV community, and it couldn’t be more fitting. University of Silicon Valley wasn’t always known by this name. Our roots trace back to 1887, when Dr. Henry Cogswell founded Cogswell Polytechnical College in San Francisco. Driven by the spirit of innovation and technical education, Cogswell Polytechnical College was a place where bright minds met big ideas. It was thought to be the first technical training institution of its kind in the Western United States.

Cogswell is more than just our mascot and a fiery dragon—Cogswell is a symbol of our past, present, and future. From tech pioneers to tomorrow’s creators, Cogswell is here to inspire us all to soar to new heights.

Welcome to the age of Cogswell!

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