CAM the Ram serves Colorado State University as its beloved animal ambassador. His presence at games energizes the crowd and represents CSU pride. Before kickoff, football players often touch his horns for good luck, a tradition that speaks to CAM’s symbolic importance on the field.
Suzie Halvorson, an animal ambassador behavior specialist for over six years, has been nicknamed “CAM’s mama” by fellow CAM handlers because she has been by his side since birth. Although she has years of experience working with other animals, CAM still finds ways to surprise her.
“I worked with dogs before, and so I know how smart dogs could be, and I was very impressed on how strong rams are but also how intelligent they are," Halvorson said.
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Written by Yoleni Paulo
Cover photo by Sara Shaver
Second photo by Julia Percy
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