{"id":2480,"date":"2023-08-09T18:57:09","date_gmt":"2023-08-09T18:57:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/ses\/?page_id=2480"},"modified":"2026-04-07T18:50:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T18:50:32","slug":"oscar-p","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/ses\/oscar-p\/","title":{"rendered":"Oscar P"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-columns alignwide advgb-columns-wrapper\" id=\"advgb-cols-fd25b64b-8e84-4791-a178-5fd2654de546\"><div class=\"advgb-columns-container\"><div class=\"advgb-columns advgb-columns-row advgb-is-mobile advgb-columns-2 layout-14-34 mbl-layout-stacked gutter-10 vgutter-10\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-column advgb-column\" id=\"advgb-col-dc9a27d0-d2a8-4f7e-98c1-693b434e179c\"><div class=\"advgb-column-inner\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:1px\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who is Oscar P?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Oscar P, the spirited pet duck, is the cherished symbol of Tarleton State University. Oscar P waddled all the way from Tennessee to Stephenville, Texas, alongside his visionary friend John Tarleton. Together, they took bold steps through wild landscapes, facing challenges with courage. Their unbreakable bond and unconventional journey remind us that determination and friendship can create extraordinary stories that echo through time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-column advgb-column\" id=\"advgb-col-a9fac7e7-8431-48ca-b652-392633a66a6b\"><div class=\"advgb-column-inner\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:1px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Who is Oscar P?\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZKhs3AfJ9wM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-829b1d53 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-tarleton-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1058228ee7bb953736b26e4ab9bbfcc7 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"color:#000000;padding-top:2em;padding-right:2em;padding-bottom:2em;padding-left:2em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/oscar-p\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/337\/2023\/08\/Oscar-P-Website-Image-3.jpg\" alt=\"Group of people posing outdoors with Tarleton State University banners and large yellow duck mascots.\" class=\"wp-image-769\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-texan-white-color has-text-color\" id=\"single\" style=\"font-size:40px\">Oscar P Campus Outreach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-texan-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7cf701f3104223c64c65229adee6e1f5\">Enrich our growing community.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-css-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#000000;color:#000000\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-texan-white-color has-text-color\">Oscar P, the spirited symbol of Tarleton State University, extended his unconventional charm to embrace outreach locations, embodying the university&#8217;s dedication to knowledge dissemination. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-tarleton-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-f79aed0ba140a95733e3ffd4bfed7bf6 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"color:#000000;padding-top:2em;padding-right:2em;padding-bottom:2em;padding-left:2em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/oscar-p\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/337\/2023\/08\/Oscar-P-Website-Image-4.jpg\" alt=\"Tarleton State University logo with a T over Texas.\" class=\"wp-image-770\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-texan-white-color has-text-color\" id=\"family\" style=\"font-size:40px\">Oscar P Student Involvement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-texan-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-27d08e6249a57277930f834e47274aa8\">Support special events.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-texan-white-color has-text-color\">Oscar P&#8217;s spirited attendance encapsulates the vibrant essence of Tarleton State University&#8217;s shared experiences. Oscar P, graces sporting and university events with his presence, embodying the spirit of unwavering support and enthusiasm. From the sidelines of athletic events to the heart of campus celebrations, Oscar P&#8217;s legacy reminds all that unity and fervor create an atmosphere of camaraderie that uplifts the Tarleton community. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-tarleton-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-325e1e1b399f3d7b7a8b43bea680d718 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"color:#000000;padding-top:2em;padding-right:2em;padding-bottom:2em;padding-left:2em\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/oscar-p\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/337\/2023\/08\/Oscar-P-Website-Image-5.jpg\" alt=\"Tarleton State University logo with a T over Texas.\" class=\"wp-image-771\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-texan-white-color has-text-color\" id=\"patron\" style=\"font-size:40px\">Oscar P Birthday Bash<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-texan-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-670d7ba78ea865236e4f0904a31ec8bf\">Take spirit to the next level.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-texan-white-color has-text-color\">As the cherished symbol of Tarleton State University, Oscar P&#8217;s special day promises lively festivities, camaraderie, and a dash of his unconventional spirit. We come together to honor his legacy and enjoy a memorable party that captures the essence of unity and determination that defines our Tarleton community at this yearly event that takes place on the Thursday of Founders Week.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:33px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-button alignfull is-style-squared\"><a class=\"wp-block-advgb-button_link advgbbtn-8a57131b-657d-41d0-bb96-4caa33f44640\" href=\"mailto:OscarP@tarleton.edu\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span>Contact Oscar P<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-tarleton-purple-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-columns advgb-columns-wrapper\" id=\"advgb-cols-131edcfe-0b66-457b-9664-4f885b9940a6\"><div class=\"advgb-columns-container\"><div class=\"advgb-columns advgb-columns-row advgb-is-mobile advgb-columns-2 layout-12-12 mbl-layout-stacked vgutter-10\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-column advgb-column\" id=\"advgb-col-5740a87a-da8a-45d1-9ad1-406e298e3ce9\"><div class=\"advgb-column-inner\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:1px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-texan-white-color has-tarleton-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-texan-white-color has-text-color\">HISTORY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-texan-white-color has-text-color\">In the 1870s, a man named John Tarleton had a big idea. He wanted to start a university. He wasn&#8217;t alone on this journey \u2013 his pet duck, Oscar P, was right there with him. They didn&#8217;t ride horses or use fancy transportation. Instead, they walked all the way from Tennessee to Texas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-texan-white-color has-text-color\">John and Oscar P faced tough challenges during their journey. They walked through wild lands, crossed rivers, and battled storms. Oscar P, the duck, became a special friend to John, and together, they showed that with determination and an unusual friendship, big dreams can come true. When they reached Stephenville, John&#8217;s dream came alive as John Tarleton Agricultural College was born. The story of John and his duck reminds us that even the most unusual companions can be part of a remarkable journey that leaves a legacy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-advgb-column advgb-column\" id=\"advgb-col-6ecf7294-0d4c-4e5b-9cc7-0db35c95a155\"><div class=\"advgb-column-inner\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:1px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-783\" alt=\"John Tarleton bronze statue. \" src=\"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/oscar-p\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/337\/2023\/10\/John-T-Statue-9.8.23-0365-min.jpg\" style=\"object-position:43% 39%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"43% 39%\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained 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