A University of Louisiana at Lafayette alum’s dream of introducing a new mascot has been met with resistance. Despite a campaign lasting three years, the university has firmly stated that it will “never” adopt the albino alligator mascot, known as “Albineaux.” Cory St. Ewart, the creator of “Albineaux,” explained that he initiated the concept in response to declining fan enthusiasm at games. He believed a new mascot could revitalize school spirit. Though his pitch gained traction, the university responded by stating it was not interested in pursuing a mascot. Undeterred, St. Ewart launched a GoFundMe campaign to bring “Albineaux” to life, but it was shut down by the university for using its intellectual properties. The university remains firm in its decision. It emphasized that…..