participate in varsity sports. Spalding's athletic director is Brian Clinard.
=== Mascot and nickname ===
In 2006, Spalding changed the name of its athletic nickname from Pelicans to Golden Eagles via a selection committee that included student input. The Golden Eagle was picked because it embodies strength, courage and strong vision. The image of the Pelican, which embodies peace, justice, service and spiritual values, remains on the university's official seal. In 2018, Spalding unveiled its first official Golden Eagle mascot, a blue-and-gold bird named Ollie, as selected by a campus-wide vote.
== Notable alumni ==
== See also ==
Bellarmine University
Religion in Louisville, Kentucky
== References ==
== External links ==
Official website
Athletics website
