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“It’s not college, it's Coastal”

Many students at Coastal Carolina University know this phrase quite well. People use this phrase when describing what goes on at campus that can’t be properly explained. This phrase is also used to describe Coastal students’ actions. Many instances on campus occur where people will use this phrase to describe weird, bizarre things that happen on campus. The phrase is also used to describe things that Coastal Carolina is known for. These things include the way students party, the dorm life, the parking, and so much more. When students complain about the parking on campus they will say, “It’s not college, it’s Coastal”. Students use this phrase as an outlet or an excuse for behaviors or actions on campus.

“Chants up”

This phrase is used as a symbol for Coastal Carolina’s mascot named Chauncy. Chauncy is a fictional character called the Chanticleer. This teal rooster is the pride of the University. “Chants up” was formed in 2012 through a song leader who taught incoming students about school pride. It is a phrase you will hear at athletic games like football, baseball, lacrosse and other sports. People hear this phrase at any event on campus to show their school spirit. The phrase “chants up” resembles the Coastal spirit. The phrase unites the college together and connects people through the team spirit coastal has. The phrase forms a deep connection with the students/graduates and the college.

“Teal Nation”

Another way to represent the population of students here at coastal is represented through this phrase. This phrase is used to address the students as well. Coastal is called "Teal nation” because the primary school color is teal. Coastal is well known for its teal turf field where most football games are held. Coastal students use this phrase to address others apart from Coastal Carolina as well as show their pride.

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