Say hello to the Cincy State Wolves!

Cincinnati State’s new spirit mascot is Surge, the leader of the Cincy State Wolves!

The new mascot was introduced to the campus community on April 28, 2026, with more than 50 students, faculty, and staff members present to greet the mascot, enjoy a variety of wolf-themed treats, and pick up decals, cups, and other swag that shows off the new mascot in style.

The College Store, on the first floor of the ATLC building, has an assortment of Cincy State Wolves gear in stock, and will be adding more items soon.

The mascot was selected through voting by Cincinnati State students and employees.

The wolf mascot will retain the name “Surge,” which has identified the College’s mascot for the past 15 years.