University in Memphis in Shelby County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)
Tom
Photographed By Steve Masler, August 4, 2015
1. Tom Marker
Inscription.
Tom. . 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.
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. Marker 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.
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 329 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.
