LSU students aren’t the only ones getting a start on campus. On Monday, LSU officials opened the door of the tiger habitat and officially welcomed Mike VII to campus. 

University officials had previously announced that the rescue tiger, “Harvey,” arrived on campus on Aug. 15 and was being housed in the night house of the tiger habitat. The 11-month-old, male tiger was being quarantined in the night house so that he could be observed by LSU veterinarians to ensure that he is healthy and a good fit for LSU.

The tiger acclimated well to his new surroundings and was deemed ready to become Mike VII. As Mike VII, his daily schedule is that he will be let out into his yard by 8 a.m. each day and brought back in his night house by 8 p.m.

LSU plans to hold a welcome event for Mike VII. Details on the time and activities associated with the welcome will be available soon.