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Two costume design renderings mounted on foamboard for Pounce de Lion, the University of Waterloo alumni mascot, created as part of the development of a revised mascot costume in 1991.

The first rendering, titled Pounce Mascot Design #2, depicts Pounce wearing a black t-shirt featuring University of Waterloo branding and black and white striped shorts. The illustration includes notes identifying Marian Marshall and Jocelyne Sobeski as the costume designers, records a rendering date of March 19, 1991, and outlines proposed revisions to the design, including enlarging the head, reducing the size of the feet, removing the t-shirt and eyelids, and modifying the facial features based on recommendations from Frank Esch.

The second rendering, dated May 9, 1991, depicts a revised version of the costume that incorporates many of the changes proposed in the earlier design. Pounce is shown wearing only black shorts and features a rounder face, no eyelids, and other refinements that more closely resemble the final costume ultimately produced. The illustration also includes detailed construction notes identifying materials and design elements such as plastic eyes and whiskers, attached paws and feet, and a soft foam tail, and records that the costume was designed by Marian Marshall and Jocelyne Sobeski, with the rendering based on the cartoon created by Frank Esch.

The original costume worn by Pounce de Lion, the University of Waterloo alumni mascot, for appearances at campus and community events. Consisting of a head, bodysuit, two hand covers, and three feet covers, the costume is distinguished by a prominent dark brown mane framing the face and extending down the neck, as well as a pair of University of Waterloo branded shorts.

Designed by Caryn Macfabe of Fox Paw Creations from artist Frank Esch’s original illustrations of the mascot, the costume brought Pounce de Lion to life as a recognizable campus personality and was commissioned in 1985 in response to the mascot’s growing popularity. The costume was used for mascot appearances until it was replaced by a new version in 1991.

A plush toy version of Pounce de Lion, the University of Waterloo alumni mascot, sold through the University gift shop beginning in 1991. The toy features an ear tag associated with the Student Alumni Association (SAA). The front of the tag displays an illustration by Frank Esch depicting Pounce leaping from the University of Waterloo crest, while the reverse includes SAA contact information. The inside of the tag contains an additional illustration of Pounce alongside a printed message from the mascot that reads, "Hi! I'm Pounce de Lion. I jumped off the University of Waterloo crest in 1985 as the alumni mascot. I assist the Student Alumni Association (SAA) which is a fun-filled group of student volunteers dedicated to raising school spirit by bringing alumni, present and future students together. You'll find us at Homecoming, Winterfest and other spirited events on campus. We're always looking for new members who enjoy making new friends and contacts, organizing events and learning about themselves and the university. Call us today!!!" Available in two sizes, the plush toy could be purchased as a nine-inch version for $17.99 or a twelve-inch version for $21.99.

A binder containing 159 reproduced drawings of Pounce de Lion, the University of Waterloo alumni mascot, created by artist and University of Waterloo staff member Frank Esch. The illustrations depict Pounce de Lion in a wide range of poses, activities, and settings, from playing sports such as baseball and football to participating in campus life through studying, graduation, and Homecoming celebrations. Additional drawings show Pounce with anniversary cakes, in imaginative scenarios such as space travel, and alongside faculty banners representing Science, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, and other academic disciplines.

In addition to the artwork, the binder includes documentation relating to the management and use of Pounce imagery, including procedures for requesting and accessing mascot artwork, a partial index of drawings, and a printed copy of the mascot's trademark registration as filed with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office in 1987. Also included is a 1987 design for the Pouncewear logo, created for use on Pounce de Lion themed merchandise.

A ceramic mug produced by the Student Alumni Association (SAA) featuring an illustration of Pounce de Lion drawn by Frank Esch. The design depicts Pounce de Lion running while carrying a sash or banner reading “UW SAA.”