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Quiz about Division II College Nicknames 2

Division II College Nicknames [2] Quiz

This is a follow-up from my first quiz over Division II college nicknames. Good luck and have fun!

A multiple-choice quiz by jj137. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
jj137

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
268,810

Updated
Jul 23 22

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
5 / 10

Plays
1353

Awards
Top 20% Quiz

Last 3 plays: jackseleven (10/10), Johnmcmanners (10/10), hosertodd (8/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. Grand Valley State University, located in Allendale, Michigan, goes by what nickname? Hint

Lakers

Clippers

Wolverines

Spartans

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Question 2 of 10

2. Kentucky Wesleyan College uses what nickname as theirs? Hint

Panthers

Wildcats

Bobcats

Thorobreds

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Question 3 of 10

3. Harding University, a private institution in Searcy, Arkansas, has what nickname? Hint

Bisons

Wildcats

Giants

Tigers

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Question 4 of 10

4. University of the District of Columbia has what nickname for their athletes? Hint

Firebirds

Firecats

Firedogs

Firemen

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Question 5 of 10

5. University of Tampa has what nickname as theirs? Hint

Warriors

Seminoles

Gators

Spartans

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Question 6 of 10

6. By what nickname does Upper Iowa University go? Hint

Peacocks

Hawkeyes

Doves

Cyclones

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Question 7 of 10

7. Emporia State University, located in Emporia, Kansas, uses what nickname? Hint

Yellow Jackets

Blue Jackets

Mosquitoes

Hornets

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Question 8 of 10

8. Notre Dame de Namur University, located in Belmont, California, goes by what nickname? Hint

Juggernauts

Astronauts

Argonauts

Cosmonauts

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Question 9 of 10

9. Regis University in Denver, Colorado, has what as their nickname? Hint

Celtics

Rangers

Astros

Braves

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Question 10 of 10

10. What is the nickname of Wingate University? Hint

Bulldogs

Volunteers

Gators

Wildcats

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Grand Valley State University, located in Allendale, Michigan, goes by what nickname?

Answer: Lakers

Grand Valley State was established in 1960. They won the NCAA Division II Football National Championship in 2002, 2003, 2005, and 2006. In 2001 they lost to the University of North Dakota in the NCAA Division II Football National Championship. Grand Valley State's colors are blue, black, and white.

Their motto is "Educating students to shape their lives, their professions, and their societies."

2. Kentucky Wesleyan College uses what nickname as theirs?

Answer: Panthers

Kentucky Wesleyan College is a private institution that was established in 1858. They are located in Owensboro, Kentucky, and use purple and gold as their colors. One notable alumnus is A.J. Smith, who in 2006 was serving as the San Diego Chargers' general manager. Kentucky Wesleyan's motto is "It's About Success".

3. Harding University, a private institution in Searcy, Arkansas, has what nickname?

Answer: Bisons

Harding was established in 1924. Their colors are black and gold. Their motto is "Developing Christian Servants".

4. University of the District of Columbia has what nickname for their athletes?

Answer: Firebirds

University of the District of Columbia is a public institution that was established in 1977. Their colors are red and yellow.

5. University of Tampa has what nickname as theirs?

Answer: Spartans

University of Tampa (located in Tampa, Florida) is a private institution that was established in 1931. They have a unique set of school colors: scarlet, black, and gold. Among alumni is Lou Piniella, a longtime Major League Baseball manager for several teams.

6. By what nickname does Upper Iowa University go?

Answer: Peacocks

Upper Iowa, located in Fayette, Iowa, was established in 1857. Their colors are peacock blue and white. Among alumni is Mike Eischeid, a former American Football League and National Football League punter who played for the Oakland Raiders and Minnesota Vikings.

7. Emporia State University, located in Emporia, Kansas, uses what nickname?

Answer: Hornets

Emporia State was established in 1863. Their school colors are black and gold. Their motto is "In The Center Of It All".

8. Notre Dame de Namur University, located in Belmont, California, goes by what nickname?

Answer: Argonauts

Notre Dame de Namur is a private institution that was established in 1851. Their school colors are gold, white, and royal blue. Their motto is "Ora et Labora". The athletics program was discontinued in 2020.

9. Regis University in Denver, Colorado, has what as their nickname?

Answer: Rangers

Regis is a private institution that was established in 1877. Their colors are blue and gold.

10. What is the nickname of Wingate University?

Answer: Bulldogs

Wingate is located in Wingate, North Carolina. They are a private institution that was established in 1896. Their school colors are navy blue and old gold. Their motto is "Knowledge, Faith and Service".

Source: Author jj137

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