University in Memphis in Shelby County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)

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Photographed by Steve Masler, August 4, 2015

1. Tom Marker

Inscription. The majestic Bengal tiger was adopted as the official mascot of Memphis in 1939. It represents the University's commitment to academic excellence and celebrates leadership, athletic strength and valor. To foster campus spirit, the Highland Hundred football booster organization acquired the first live Bengal tiger in 1972 and named him TOM for "Tigers of Memphis." This sculpture of beloved TOM by noted artists Alan Clark was made possible by the generous contributions of many alumni and friends. It was presented to the University of Memphis on the occasion of the University's centennial anniversary.

Erected 2012.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1939.

Location. 35° 7.062′ N, 89° 56.265′ W. Marker is in Memphis, Tennessee, in Shelby County. It is in University. It can be reached from University just north of Walker Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 499 University, Memphis TN 38111, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in West Tennessee.

It is also in the American South,

specifically in the Deep South,

in the Upper South,

in the Mississippi Delta,

and in the Great River Road Region.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: J. Millard "Jack" Smith (within shouting distance of this marker); Luther C. McClellan (within shouting distance of this marker); This flagpole is dedicated to the men and women of the United States military services

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(about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The University of Memphis 9-11 Memorial Tree (about 300 feet away); Memphis State Eight (about 300 feet away); In 1994 the University's name was changed (about 500 feet away); Normal Depot (about 500 feet away); John Willard Brister Library (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Memphis.

Photographed by Steve Masler, August 4, 2015

2. Tom Marker

Photographed by Steve Masler, August 4, 2015

3. Tom Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 4, 2015, by Steve Masler of Memphis, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 516 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 4, 2015, by Steve Masler of Memphis, Tennessee. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.