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Butch T. Cougar is a member of the WSU Spirit Squad and therefore abides by all spirit squad rules & policies pertaining to eligibility, academics, and model behavior. Only students who have been selected upon the completion of the Butch T. Cougar tryout process and meet these requirements are allowed to portray Butch T. Cougar.

Private parties are able to request Butch for appearances, such as, but not limited to; weddings, birthdays, or celebrations as long as the appearance is not used to further political, religious, or other motives not conducive to the standards of Washington State University. Butch can attend an event for a maximum of 2 hours. Washington State University, its Athletic Department programs, Cougar Athletic Fund, and the WSU Alumni Association will receive priority in any appearance made by Butch. Butch is not able to attend any events during home athletic events (Football, Basketball, Baseball, Volleyball, Soccer, Swimming, etc.)

All requests for Butch appearances must be submitted in writing to the WSU Spirit Squad Coordinator a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the scheduled event. An email will be sent upon receipt of any requests. This is not a confirmation for the appearance. Should the requesting party not receive an email, please contact the Spirit Squad office immediately to make sure the request has been received. Event requests will be confirmed a minimum of one week prior to the scheduled event.

All requests made to WSU branch campuses will be directed to the WSU Spirit Squad Coordinator for approval.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR REQUEST TO

Butch Request Form 

WSU Spirit Program Coordinator
Marketing & Promotions
Bohler Athletic Complex, Suite 173
PO Box 641602
Pullman, Washington 99164-1602
Phone: (509) 335-0244   FAX: (509) 335-0299

Email chris.opheim@wsu.edu for more information or request help.

To uphold the University mascot standards, only individuals who have received WSU Sprit Program training and authorization may wear the mascot uniform and perform as "Butch".

►All requests must be made via the official Butch T. Cougar request form and sent via mail, email or fax.

►Butch T. Cougar must be supplied with a private, lockable area for changing for all events outside of the Pullman/Moscow area.

►Water/Food must be provided for any events over 2 hours away from Pullman/Moscow area, or events that take place with a meal.

►Maximum of 2 hours per event requested, with mandatory 10 minute breaks per hour to keep performer health, readiness, and suit integrity intact.

The cost for Butch to attend an event will be the following:

►Base Hourly Rate: $250
►Mileage: $0.51/mile*

* Butch is a resident of the WSU-Pullman Campus, and all mileage will be counted from his home address:

Bohler Gym Suite 173
Pullman, WA 99164

EXCEPTIONS:
►WSU Branch Campus Sanctioned: $125
►WSUAA or CAF Sponsored: $125
►Non-Profit Organizations when applicable: $0

Payment must be made by check only, payable to WSU Athletics.

The person portraying Butch will supply their own method of transportation whenever necessary. Should the need arise for extended stay or air fare, requesting groups will be invoiced for any/all transportation fees. (Baggage costs, hotel parking, etc...)

In the event that any part of the Butch costume is damaged at an event due to misconduct on the behalf of one of the guests in attendance, the individual/department requesting Butch will be charged a replacement cost for each damaged item:

► Body & tail - $1145
► Gloves - $255
► Shoes - $50
► Head - $2535
► Clothing (ie. Jersey, tuxedo, etc.) - varies from $40 - $200, depending on damaged item

Butch shall not be permitted to appear at events that may be reasonably constructed as advancing a political agenda, religion, or personal business or commercial interests. (Example: logging parades to promote the logging industry, Young Republican Rally, March for Christ, etc.)

If you have any questions or concerns please contact Chris Opheim.

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