I think this is crossword puzzle clue, and probably refers to Larry Bird whose alma mater is Indiana State University.
alma mater
Alma Mater. Paaralang Pinagtapusan.
Alma mater (Latin: "nourishing mother")
Who wrote the alma mater Southern sun and sky blue water Smile upon you alma mater
Alma mater means nourishing mother in Latin. So the school or college which nourished you spiritually is your alma mater.
Penn State Alma Mater was created in 1901.
A college or seminary where one is educated.
The school you graduated from is your alma mater. ----
Donate to it, cheer for it
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Alma Mater - 1969 TV is rated/received certificates of: Germany:12
Alma mater - 1915 was released on: Italy: 17 April 1915 USA: November 1915