And now, a word from our favorite Science Cheerleader: 

Yale's official mascot (known as Handsome Dan XV11, or Sherman, if you live with him) was in Philly for the Yale vs Penn game so I thought I'd help give him a science makeover with the help of Discover Magazine.  He's definitely an Ivy Leaguer. (Thanks Keli, Churchill, and Dana for your participation.)

For more on Darlene Cavalier, the genius behind The Science Cheerleader, which aims to increase adult science literacy, help people learn about and get involved in citizen science projects, and create opportunities for people to participate in science and technology policy discussion, check out her accomplished site at ScienceCheerleader.com