Zippy Mascot Creator Dies At 96

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Joe Dick, the talented artist behind the University of Akron's iconic Zippy the Kangaroo mascot, has passed away at the age of 96.

Dick famously created the beloved character for a university contest in 1953, leaving behind a lasting legacy for the school and its fans.


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