The University of Louisville Alumni Magazine: for alumni, faculty, staff, students and anyone that is a UofL Cardinal fan.
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inside, the cheers of 'Cuse fans echo off the fiberglass roof, leaving no question as to why it's nicknamed "The Loud House." While You're There: Just five minutes from the Carrier Dome, Armory Square offers a dizzying selection of boutiques, restaurants, brewpubs and an array of entertainment options that provide constant amusement well into the night. Nearest Alumni Club Contact Louisville Alumni of New York — Elizabeth Bradstreet — facebook.com/groups/ bigapplecards VIRGINIA TECH Blacksburg, VA Nickname: Hokies Road Trip: 6 hours 14 minutes Where the Students Go: The brainchild of two Virginia Tech grads, Cabo Fish Taco brings the fresh tastes of Baja California to Blacksburg with specialties like BBQ Mahi-Mahi tacos and beer-battered calamari. Just down the street, The Cellar Restaurant offers pizzas, calzones, craft beer and live music — all the staples of a classic college hangout. And for a beer and a quick bite before or after the game, locals know to stop in The Hokie House, a Blacksburg institution since 1966. Famous Traditions: One of the most popular college mascots, the HokieBird is a prominent part of game day festivities. Not only does he lead the charge onto the football field and perform bench presses on the field after a Virginia Tech score, he's even been known to crowd-surf the student section to the very top of the stadium. Hokie Hokie Hokie Hy! While You're There: The gorgeously restored Lyric Theater shows current and classic movies and hosts an eclectic mix of live music and entertainment. Back on campus, the Hahn Horticulture Garden offers free admission to its lush flower beds, waterfalls, shade beds and steam gardens. UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh, PA Nickname: Panthers Road Trip: 6 hours 22 minutes Where the Students Go: Primanti Bros. They only serve one meal! A sandwich with provolone cheese, a slice of tomato, cole slaw, and french fries served on sourdough bread — plus your choice of twenty different deli meats. At Hemingway's Café cocktails are served with a candy necklace or Ring Pop, 22 beers on tap, and then there's the Cardiac Stix — deep fried provolone sticks tossed with buffalo sauce, topped with cheese and bacon and served with a side of blue cheese. Famous Traditions: 100 specially selected students carry a 50-yard-long "Hail to Pitt" flag onto the football field during pre-game ceremonies. Plus, Pitt has an official yell: Alle-genee- genac-genac, Alle-genee-genac-genac, Hoorah-Hoorah, Pitt! While You're There: Check out the Carnegie Science Center & UPMC Sportsworks. There are more than 250 hands-on, interactive exhibits including a tour of a WWII submarine and a chance to race against an Olympic sprinter. Nearest Alumni Club Contact Louisville Alumni of Philadelphia — Kelly Hanlon — kellymhanlon@gmail.com UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA Chapel Hill, NC Nickname: Tar Heels Road Trip: 8 hours 6 minutes Where the Students Go: The oh-so-friendly staff at Crook's Corner serves up a hearty plate of can't-be- missed shrimp and grits along with other classic Southern fare like hoppin' john, fried oysters, black pepper cornbread and, of course, BBQ. After your meal, mosey the 'Hoos. But despite all the hoopin' and hollerin', UVA fans strut some classy attire, so pack your pearls and bow ties if you plan on attending a football game. While You're There: It would be unthinkable to visit Charlottes- ville without a stop at Monticello, the histor- ic home of U.S. president and UVA founder Thomas Jefferson. Outdoorsy types should head over to Shenandoah National Park, where they can hike a beginner-friendly portion of the Appalachian Trail. Nearest Alumni Club Contact Louisville Alumni of Washington, D.C. — Amelia Baldree — dcuoflalumni@gmail.com SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY Syracuse, NY Nickname: Orange Road Trip: 11 hours 7 minutes Where the Students Go: Kitty Hoynes, which bills itself as "The Irish pub you've been training for," features live music, trivia, a huge selection of Irish whiskey and its famous Irish cannonballs — fried balls of corned beef and Swiss that taste even more delicious with a pint of Guinness. And of course there's no more pleasurable way to break a low-carb diet than with the complimentary stretch bread and hot tomato oil at Pastabilities, a Syracuse favorite for more than 30 years. Famous Traditions: An hour before each home football game, the Orange marching band leads fans from the quad to the Carrier Dome, the largest domed stadium on a college campus. Once down to Top of the Hill, an award-winning restaurant, brewery and distillery where you can enjoy a cold pint on the rooftop patio that overlooks bustling Franklin Street and the edge of Chapel Hill's beautiful campus. Famous Traditions: At a 1924 home football game, a live ram was introduced as the new school mascot, Rameses, and stood on the sidelines. Late in the fourth quarter with the game tied, a player rubbed Rameses' head just before kicking the game-winning field goal. A ram with horns painted Carolina blue has appeared at UNC games ever since — the only living mascot of any ACC team. While You're There: An absolute must for music fans, Cat's Cradle has served as the area's premier music venue for more than 40 years, host- ing such acts as Nirvana, Public Enemy, Pearl Jam and Iggy Pop before they began playing to sold-out stadiums. Nearest Alumni Club Contact Louisville Alumni of North Carolina Research Triangle — Rhonda Gardner — rhondadgardner@gmail.com UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA Charlottesville, VA Nickname: Cavaliers Road Trip: 8 hours 6 minutes Where the Students Go: Once the favorite of frat houses every- where, the Dave Matthews Band got its start at Miller's, a Charlottesville watering hole where Dave himself used to bartend. The bar continues to serve up ice-cold beer and an eclectic array of bands most nights of the week. For a more refined experience, try the extensive tapas menu at MAS or the even larger whiskey selection at The Whiskey Jar, which also features delicious farm-to-table Southern cuisine. Famous Traditions: "Wah-hoo-wah!" That's the Cavaliers' ral- lying cry, and the reason why UVA's athletic teams are referred to as Wahoos or simply,