What is "citronaut"

The Citronaut was the first unofficial mascot of Florida Technical University, which later became The University of Central Florida. The mascot appeared on the first student handbook in 1968–1969. After one year, students petitioned the Student Government to establish an official mascot for the university. In 1970, students approved "Knights of the Pegasus" as the official university mascot, which remains to this day.

Since 2014, the Citronaut has experienced a renaissance in university publications, athletics programing, and merchandise.