Citronaut
| Citronaut | |
|---|---|
Cover of the 1968–69 student handbook | |
| University | Florida Technological University (now University of Central Florida) |
| Conference | Big 12 Conference |
| Origin of name | Combination of "Citrus" and "astronaut" |
| First seen | Fall 1968 |
| Related mascot(s) | Knightro, Glycerin (retired) |
The Citronaut was the first mascot of Florida Technological University (FTU), which later became the University of Central Florida (UCF). The mascot appeared on the first student handbook in 1968–1969. The Citronaut is a legacy mascot that is still in use today.