I figured we should introduce you to our mascot, Bucky the Badger (pictured above). I would say that he is one of the better looking mascots in the NCAA and is much nicer than a real badger. From what Coach K tells me, they are pretty fierce and you wouldn't want to meet one in a dark alley or heavily wooded area. As you will see, CBPMers have had a lot of opportunities to interact with him, which is apparently not common. Everybody I talk to is suprised I have taken a picture with him since he seems to be pretty elusive.

Here is a link to YouTube of Evan Schmidt, CBPM Co-Director Amy Schmidt's seven year old son, doing more than just taking a picture with Bucky. Amy's husband Dan made Evan's halloween costume and they decided to take it for a test drive at the Homecoming Breakfast last weekend. Evan is a huge fan of Bucky (but who isn't really) and they were hoping to just get a picture of him and Bucky for his room. Bucky gave them a little more than that.
Check it out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NxdrjS4LUM

In this spirit, I have included a couple of more pictures for your viewing pleasure. If you have your own shot with Bucky, either send it to me (kmgore@wisc.edu) or add it to the blog and share it with the world.

Here is a still shot of Evan (Class of 2029, CBPM) dancing with Bucky. I have no doubt that Mom and Dad were so proud. Now if he grows up to be Bucky then we have a story on our hands.

Seriously Corrine (1st year, CBPM), the thumbs up? That was your "go-to" move for the picture?


Tough call as to who looks better. Bucky does a nice job of pulling off wide, vertical stripes as there aren't many people that can do it. Matt Odigie (1st year, CBPM) is rocking the suit and tie, which is always tough to beat.

Here is my ICA (Integrated Company Analysis or 1st Year Group Project) Team minus one member. At this point we knew Bucky about as well as we knew each other. In order, Jessie Miller (CBPM), Ping Zhai (Nielsen), me, Jose Veguilla (Corp. Finance).

This is a picture of our faithful leaders, Amy Schmidt and Sarah Tueting. Sarah looks a little too happy to be taking a picture with Bucky.

Please send in your Bucky sightings!