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You are currently on the homepage of the 100 Years of Devil-Goat Day website. This digital archive is home to photos, memorabilia, yearbooks, and more, all related to Devil-Goat Day over the century of its celebration.
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What is Devil-Goat Day?
Devil-Goat Day is a longstanding tradition at the University of Mary Washington, in which students participate in field-day-style competitions on the last Thursday of classes each year. Students are divided into two teams, the Devils (odd graduating years) and the Goats (even graduating years), and compete in a series of spirited events. A wide range of activities, including tug-of-war, jousting, obstacle courses, mechanical bull riding, and pie-throwing, are included in current Devil-Goat Days. Students have access to plenty of free, exclusive merchandise, such as T-shirts, plushies, hats, cups, and more, depending on the student’s team.
