Jenn’s Top Ten List
Reasons to be a Bison
10)Division I – Yes, I’ve heard the many drawbacks of going Division I, but everyone has to agree that a few distinctive moments can make all of those issues fade. Think back to last January, when the Bison men’s basketball team upset Wisconsin, one of the Big Ten teams. That was a proud day for Bison students and alumni. Just after the win in Washington, I was asked what college I attended. “Isn’t that the school that beat Wisconsin in basketball?” Damn right it is!
9) Tailgating – The colder and crappier the better when it comes to separating the true fans from the Bison brigade. Here in Fargo we could give the Cheeseheads a run for their greenbacks. The beer and barbecue mix a perfect combination for a fall day at the Fargodome. Mingle with the crowds, reunite with old friends and make the necessary preparations for the maximum kick-off enjoyment.
8) Chub’s Pub - At some point in life, most people find their “adopted establishment.” Eligible NDSU students may migrate to karaoke night at The Turf, dance at Mr. G’s, or taste the homemade wine coolers at Laureman’s. On Thursday nights, Chub’s beckons the usual crowd – supposedly for the 75-cent taps. The company and atmosphere at Chub’s Pub provide a quality place for Bison to gather.
7) Cowboy up! - Few colleges offer the cowboy culture that is ever-present at NDSU. The Aggie turned Bison crowd reflects its inherent culture and country roots, undeniably adding to this university’s uniqueness. Though underappreciated, it offers an enriching aspect to cross-cultural student life.
6) Friendly people – It is not uncommon in Fargo to receive a friendly greeting from a complete stranger. Sometimes they’ll even strike up a conversation, making it incredibly easy to make new friends.
5) Intramural coed flag football – Most males would remove the coed, but my No. 6 reason to be a Bison is the excellent opportunity for both sexes to contend for the flag football championship title. Rarely does a game go by without a defender desperately grabbing something other than the flag, resulting in indecent exposure, a line changeup or sexual assault charges. Who could turn down such a thrill?
4) Butts and guts – When the day arrives, and NDSU students are recognized for their tight butts and abs of steel, the Wellness Center will be to thank. Students go so far as to plan their college classes around the fitness schedule. The NDSU curriculum would benefit by shutting down from 1:10 to 2 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
3) Band Day, baby – A few years ago Band Day would have topped this list, but last year the standout festival was a bit of a failure. The courtyard beat the parking lot and the crowd was smaller than the previous showing. Once Memorial Union is running at 100 percent, the conditions will secure a Band Day comeback.
2) $3 Deuce Cab – Though the slogan doesn’t make much sense because of inflation, it’s still a great deal. With no drunken students left behind, now the only problem is getting the car home. It’s impossible to know how many lives have been saved by this high-ranking reason to be a Bison, but if it is even one NDSU scholar – student government deserves a sticker.
1) UND – Even though the rivalry supposedly ended when the Bison went Division I, what can replace the thrill of winning a game against a long-standing rival, giving us yet another reason to poke fun at our neighbors to the north?
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