Mascot disclaimer and request form

Hi, I’m Boomer the Badger, the official mascot of Brock University. Thanks for your interest in having me appear at your upcoming event.

Boomer the Badger may appear at, or participate in, the following activities:

  • Act as a greeter
  • Pose for photo opportunities
  • Sign autographs
  • Hand out swag or promotional items
  • Other activities, as long as they are deemed safe and appropriate, and as long as the costume isn’t at risk of being compromised

Boomer the Badger appears at events that have a significant and meaningful contribution to the Brock University Campus and the broader community. Examples include:

  • Athletic events
  • On- and off-campus community events
  • Campus spirit events

Requests for a Boomer the Badger appearance should be submitted 21 days prior to your event. If your request is made less than 21 days prior to the event, we will try to accommodate your request, but we cannot guarantee an appearance with less notice.

Once you submit your request, you will receive a followup within three to five business days with more information. If you need to cancel a Boomer appearance request, please provide 72-hours’ notice by sending an e-mail to studentlife@brocku.ca.

Download Boomer Training Guide

If you are interested in requesting Boomer the Badger, the following must be provided by the requesting group:

  • Boomer requires a handler to liaise between the mascot and guests; this handler must accompany Boomer throughout the duration of the event/activity. The handler’s information must be provided in the request form, and the handler must complete mandatory training no later than two days prior to your event.
  • A private changing area (this does not include public rest rooms).
  • A 10-minute break every 20 minutes, where seating and drinking water are available. Boomer must not be in costume more than 30 minutes at any point during an event/activity.

Brock University reserves the right to refuse an appearance request if the appearance would be deemed in conflict with, or in violation of, University policies, or if the appearance were deemed in conflict with, or in violation of, any of the standards outlined here.

If you have questions about filling out the request form below, please e-mail studentlife@brocku.ca