Media Kit

The Griff III Media Kit is a resource for members of the media to use when looking for information to share about Griff III in future articles and press releases.

Please note: All uses of the content provided below must be approved by Erin Bell, Associate Director, Live Mascot Program.

Quick Facts about Griff III

Birthdate: February 22, 2025

Breed: English Bulldog

Live Mascot from: May 8, 2026—Present

Fur-siblings: Griff II, aka "George" (English Bulldog), Bernie (English Bulldog), Sunny (Guinea pig), and Theo (Guinea pig).

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Quick Facts about Griff II

Birthdate: July 12, 2018

Breed: English Bulldog

Live Mascot from: July 1, 2020—May 8, 2026

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Media Relations Contact

For additional information and/or questions about Griff III or the Live Mascot Program at Drake, please reach out to Erin Bell, Associate Director, Live Mascot Program, at erin.bell@drake.edu or (515) 271-1913.