Celebrate Victor E. Tiger's 25th Birthday!
Victor E. Tiger celebrates his 25th birthday on February 24, 2024. Help Victor have a memorable birthday by joining in on these community, campus, and online events.
Get Ready to Party:
Food Pantry Donations
The food pantries at FHSU, Fort Hays Tech | North Central, and Fort Hays Tech | Northwest will offer birthday cake kits the week of Feb 17-21 but we need your help! Donate cake mix, lemon-lime soda cans, icing, sprinkles, 9x13 aluminum pans, and candles to your respective food pantry for the kits to be assembled for festive take-and-bake cake kits. Please donate supplies by Wednesday, February 12th.
Birthday Card Contest
FHSU Online is hosting a contest for online students to create a birthday card for Victor’s 25th Birthday! Mail your birthday card to: FHSU Online, 600 Park Street, Hays, KS 67601 to enter the contest and the birthday cards will be displayed at the big birthday celebration on February 22nd! Prizes will be awarded to the top 5 card designs (so be sure to include your return address).
Help Celebrate: Community Events
Tiger Storytime
Tuesday, February 11 @ 10:00-10:30am
Hays Public Library - Children’s Storytime Room
Children ages birth to pre-k can start their day with a tiger-themed storytime and meet FHSU’s Victor E Tiger.
Help Celebrate: Campus Events
Love that Tiger Spirit T-Shirt Making
Wednesday, February 12 @ 6:00-7:00pm
Atrium of Schmidt Foundation Center for Art and Design
Hosted by the FHSU Art and Design Department and the Hays Public Library
Come and design and heat press your own tiger t-shirt! Shirts, iron-on vinyl, and supplies are available for the first 50 students.
Lasercut Birthday Cards
Wednesday, February 19 @ 2:00-4:00pm
Makerspace - Picken Hall 102
Stop in the FHSU Makerspace to lasercut a tiger-themed birthday card for Victor or for a friend to help spread the tiger pride!
History of Victor E Panel
Thursday, February 20 @ 3-4pm
Memorial Union - Stouffer Lounge
Learn about the history of the tiger mascot and the origin story of Victor E. Tiger with panelists Dr. Edward Hammond, Larry Dreiling, and Scott Gross. The panel is moderated by Cyndi Landis at Forsyth Library. Refreshments provided.
Trivia Night:
Wednesday, February 26 @ 5:30-7:30pm
Defiance Brewery
Join the FHSU History Club for a tiger and mascot-themed trivia night. Appearance by Victor E.
Help Celebrate: Online Events
Mascot Trivia Game
Monday, February 17 – Monday, February 24
Online at Tiger2Tiger
Test your knowledge of tigers and mascots and FHSU history with this online trivia game. Learn about Victor’s background along the way.
Tiger Tale: Larry Dreiling
Online Exhibit at scholars.fhsu.edu/tiger_tales/
Watch an oral history of 74 and ‘80 alum, Larry Dreiling, talk about his time serving as the tiger mascot during his time as a student and why he continues to support the mascot’s efforts to spread FHSU pride.
Come to the BIG Birthday Basketball Bash on Feb 22
Join us for a Birthday Celebration!
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day of celebration, laughter, and memories at the FHSU basketball game at Gross Memorial Coliseum.
- Women’s game is at 2 pm, Men’s game is at 4 pm
- The activities will be available from 1 – 2 pm and 3 – 4 pm.
- A special presentation will be held during the halftime of the women’s game.
Activities Include:
- 🎨 Face Painting – Get festive with creative designs for all ages.
- 🎉 Make a Birthday Hat – Craft your own party hat to join the celebration!
- 📸 Photos with Victor E. Tiger – Meet and take pictures with our beloved mascot.
- 🍪 Special Treats – Enjoy delicious birthday goodies to mark the occasion.
- 🎈 Fun Activities for Kids – Games, crafts, and more!