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Stories ByNancy Lyzun

Hink—The Inside Story

Hink—The Inside Story

By: Nancy Lyzun | April 28, 2023

One of Butler’s great mysteries is, just who is bringing that eight-foot-tall “Hink” suit to life? A beloved fixture at Butler’s many sporting and special events around campus, the costumed “Butler Bulldog” first appeared over 60 years ago. It was criminal activity that brought to light the need for a name change. In summer 2008, […]

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