As the home of the only college in the nation with a gorilla mascot, Southeast Kansas takes that honor seriously. 🦍
Not only are there gorilla sculptures across campus, thousands of Pittsburg State University alumni have gorilla ornaments at their businesses or in their yards (gnomes are boring), making this the Gorilla Capital of the World.
Plus, the school’s iconic logo is recognized across the globe, which means students, staff, alumni, and their families know where to get gorilla gear.
Take a safari to check out some of our favorite spots.
Step 1 – Get Your Digital Passport
Gorilla Safari is a curated itinerary of locations where visitors explore each stop and check in along the way to build a seamless journey.
Step 2 – Receive Text
Your pass will be instantly delivered to your phone via text and email and is ready to use immediately! There is no app to download. Your pass can be saved to your phone’s home screen for easy one-tap access.
Step 3 – Visit & Explore
At each stop, simply ensure your location service is turned on to check-in via GPS.

