Best of Fayetteville

The Best of Fayetteville

Thursday, April 19

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Wilson Voted Best Male Athlete

by JIMMY CARTER Sports Editor

Tyler Wilson will try to beat Alabama and LSU in the fall.

This spring, the senior quarterback narrowly beat out Joe Adams –– one of his top receivers in 2011 –– to earn the Best Male Athlete award, voted on by UA students in the Traveler’s annual Best of Fayetteville poll.

Wilson won the voting by garnering 138, edging out Adams by just 13 votes.

Freshman point guard BJ Young and sophomore first baseman Dominic Ficociello finished third and fourth,

respectively.

“I am truly honored to be selected as the Best Male Athlete by my fellow students,” Wilson said in a statement. “There are so many great student-athletes on this campus, including many of my teammates. It’s humbling to be chosen. I want to thank everyone who voted for me, as well as the coaching staff and my teammates. We had a great season last year and are working hard to make next season one to remember.”

Wilson led the Razorbacks to an 11-2 record and a No. 5 finish in his first year as a starter, throwing for 3,638

yards and 24 touchdowns.

“On behalf of the rest of the team, I want to thank everyone for their support of us,” Wilson said. “The atmosphere at our home games was a huge reason we were undefeated at home. We recognize much of that starts with the student section, and we are looking forward to another great year of incredible support.”

Runner Up: Joe Adams

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Pisani Wins Best Female Again

by JIMMY CARTER Sports Editor

LOGAN WEBSTER Staff Photographer

Jaime Pisani was voted Best Female Athlete by UA students for the second consecutive year in the annual Traveler Best of Fayetteville poll.

The senior nine-time AllAmerican gymnast, who was named Southeastern Conference Gymnast of the Year in March, topped AllSEC volleyball junior Jasmine Norton 102 to 83 in the poll, while point guard C’eira Ricketts and pole vaulter Tina Sutej finished third and fourth, respectively.

“I’m proud to be a Razorback and we have the best fans,” Pisani said in a statement. “To be recognized for this award by other students is a special honor. Our whole team, all the coaches and all of our staff really appreciate the support from the fans.

It’s an honor to represent the University of Arkansas.”

Pisani has won 33 of her school-record 92 career individual event titles this season, leading the Razorbacks to their fifth consecutive NCAA Championship appearance.

Runner Up: Jasmine Norton

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Riffraff: Best Clothing Store for Women

by ROSALYN TAYLOR Staff Writer Since its opening in February of 2009, it’s the boutique that has taken Fayetteville by storm. Originally opening as a home decor boutique in east Fayetteville, Riffraff has become a hot spot for the latest clothing and accessory trends.

Owner, Kirsten Blowers, moved the shop to The Fayetteville Town Square in July of 2010. Noting on The Square’s

popularity around town as the destination for cool shops and restaurants, Blowers felt that it would be the perfect place for relocation. The move also allowed for the diversification of Riffraff ’s inventory and store expansion.

This February Riffraff celebrated its third birthday with a big unveiling of their newly expanded boutique. More than 1,000 square feet was added to the unique store creating more room for its growing inventory

MADDIE LOGAN Staff Photographer

The Mustache: Best Clothing Store for Men

by WHITNEY GREEN Staff Writer The Mustache celebrated its one-year anniversary Saturday and has already been voted the best place for men to shop in Fayetteville by Traveler readers.

“I’m honored and perplexed,” Owner Brian Bailey said, adding that the award surprised him because The Mustache is still developing its men’s department. “We are still getting more apparel in for men,” he said.

Bailey likes to have fun with his customers. He posts specials on The Mustache Facebook page throughout the week. “Come be an idiot with us and we will give you different specials,” Bailey said.

“If you’re willing to act like an idiot, I’ll give you a discount.”

Wear a mustache (real or fake) any day of the week to get 10 percent off, Bailey said.

The Mustache’s style is nice casual with shorts, relaxed button-ups, unique ties and great T-shirts, said Bailey.

The signature mustache logo makes a statement on many of

CHAD ARNOLD Staff Photographer their T-shirts and tank tops.

“One thing that sells more than anything is T-shirts,” Bailey said. “T-shirts win every battle in this store.”

Brands like Toddland, Penny Stock and Alternative Apparel are found throughout the store.

Their unique style with a reasonable price point is what brings in the customers. You’re not going to see shirts or pants

over $50, Bailey said. “It’s nice to have things at a good price.”

The Mustache stands out among other retailers. “They’re interesting and have a unique style that never crosses fashion boredom,” sophomore Connor Phillips said. “Even some frat guys want a mustache shirt.”

Loyal customers keep coming back for the signature mustache style.

“They do the best job of dis-

tinguishing themselves,” Phillips said. “Even if they’re not the most frequently shopped among guys.”

Located on the square, The Mustache is open MondayFriday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the farmer’s market.

Runner Up: Brits and Turks

of unique furniture, colorful decorations, stylish clothing and accessories.

“That’s what makes us different,” Blowers said. “We’re the only one who carries furniture, clothing and jewelry.”

Riffraff has wasted no time in taking steps to keep up with its growing popularity.

Through the use of social media sites such as Instagram and Facebook, Riffraff has migrated into online sales. Customers can order items online and pay a flat fee of $6 for shipping or they can opt for in-store pickup. “Customers don’t just go to websites all of the time to shop. But they do go on Facebook whether they’re shop-

ping online or not,” Blowers said. The innovative business move has Riffraff ’s business booming.

In three short years, Riffraff has been recognized by CitiScapes magazine as a “Best of NWA” runner-up for best gift shop in 2010. Riffraff has also been profiled by both Ce!ebrate magazine and At Home in Arkansas and was voted “Best Women’s Clothing Store” 2012 by University of Arkansas students. With this rapid success, Riffraff is sure to become a lasting statue of fashion and style in Fayetteville.

Runner Up: Mason’s

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The Best of Fayetteville

Best Academic Building: JB Hunt

by SARAH DEROUEN Staff Writer

UA students voted the JB Hunt Transport Services Center for Academic Excellence as the best academic building on campus. With modern orange chairs for studying scattered throughout the building, many students say they like JB Hunt because it is quieter than some other buildings on campus.

Laura Zaring, a freshman majoring in kinesiology, said she studies in JB Hunt during a break between

classes.

“This building is better than Kimpel,” she said. “It is quiet with more places to sit.”

JB Hunt was completed in 2007, and cost about $23 million to build. The building is 120,000 square feet and includes a language lab, computer labs and a cafe, according to schooldesigns.com.

Heather Blow, a junior psychology major, has two classes in JB Hunt, so she spends much of her time there.

“It is always clean and

quiet. Because it is newer, it is easier to keep clean,” she said.

Some students like JB Hunt for its many options inside.

“I love the JB Hunt building because it is so open and quiet which makes it a great place to study, “ said Whitney Stewart, a sophomore majoring in apparel studies. “Plus it has an open computer lab to all majors which is very convenient. Although I wish the computer lab had more space.”

JB Hunt was designed to

be a peaceful place for students.

“The mission for the project was to provide a visually dynamic interdisciplinary environment,” according to the website. “The design team sought to create an engaging, warm, comfortable interior that would make young students in particular feel welcome.”

Runner Up: Walton College

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Best College of Studies: Fulbright College

by JACK SUNTRUP Staff Writer

Fulbright College boasts the most students on campus with more than 8,000 undergraduates. Therefore, it should be no surprise it was voted the best college. Students not only work to achieve world peace, but can pump out a mean research paper, usually in a matter of hours.

Do not forget the famous Arkansans cast in bronze.

Have you seen Dr. Kimpel’s Ray Bans? Fresh. And look at Fulbright’s confident, smooth posture.

Think Keith Stone with a vest and college degree. It’s definitely symbolic of the typical Fulbright student.

Runner Up: Education and Health

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Best Place to Study: Mullins Library

by STEPHANIE EHRLER Staff Writer Club Mullins isn’t the latest dance club, but it is certainly as popular, and keeps nearly the same hours as a typical Dickson Street establishment. Sunday through Thursday nights, often until 2 a.m., students can be found in Mullins Library -studying their hearts out and working for the weekend.

The UA library was named after David Wiley Mullins.

Mullins graduated from the university in 1931 and became president of the UA in 1960, according to the Office of the Chancellor’s website.

Students escape to the library to study for their tests, write essays, or to just kill time and do homework without the added distractions that are present in dorm atmospheres.

“I like to study in Mullins when I need to get away from the distractions of studying at other places,” said Charlie Zardin, senior civil engineering major. “When I try to study at home I might get sidetracked and start doing other things, but when you’re in one of the big study rooms with lots of other people studying, it's easier to stay focused. It's also a good place to meet with other students to work on group projects.”

Mullins is not the typical library that just offers books.

There are art exhibits, computer labs, and study rooms. The first three levels of the library are home to the Special Collections department, Performing Arts and Media materials, and references ranging from social science to education.

During finals week, the lob-

by level of the library can be as busy as the Union, with the computers, copiers and reading rooms filled with students determined to study.

“I study there more often during finals because that's usually when I need to devote several hours of nonstop studying, and Mullins is open later during finals,” Zardin said. “I usually study in one of the two large study rooms.

There are usually lots of other people working in there, and it's usually quiet, so it's a good study environment.”

So although Dickson Street is the popular hangout for many on a Thursday night, Club Mullins may often be the most crowded place on the Hill.

Runner Up: Bell Engineering

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The Greek Theatre: Hammock Central, Best Place to Set Up a Hammock

by MIKE MAHARDY Staff Writer

JACKI FROST Staff Photographer

With sun drenching the lawns across campus, students are flocking to their favorite places to relax, Fayettevillestyle.

From a crowd of six thousand gathering to watch the Army Air Corps Band during World War II, to the pep rallies taking place before the Hogs put their athleticism to the test, the Greek Theatre has seen its fair share of action.

However, when classes are in full swing and the clouds are absent in the sky, hammocks are known to abound across the theatre lawn.

For some people, a wellplaced hammock can mean the difference between stress and relaxation during the tedious parts of the semester. The Greek Theatre has played host to numerous loungers who need a break from studying.

With ample shade and a generous amount of sunlight, it’s not hard to see why the lawn next to Dickson is a Razorback favorite.

“The Greek Theatre is right in the middle of where most of my classes are,” said Eamonn Vaughn, a sophomore English major. “My friends meet me there a lot, but my favorite time to relax in my hammock is usually after my harder classes.”

“I force myself to take breaks when I feel stressed out,” he said. “The Greek Theatre always just seems to present itself to me at the right time.”

Whether it rests on the way to a student’s most despised class, or a little bit off the beaten path for others, the Greek Theatre’s blend of relaxation and socializing is hard to beat for a hammock-carrier.

Runner Up: Wilson Park

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The Best of Fayetteville

Best Apartment Complex: Hill Place

by STEPHANIE EHRLER Staff Writer

LOGAN WEBSTER Staff Photographer

Maple Hill Voted Best Dorm

by KRISTEN COPPOLA Staff Writer

UA students voted Maple Hill as their favorite residence hall for the Best of Fayetteville.

Maple Hill features suite-style rooms with individual bathrooms for each suite. Two to four people can live together in one bedroom or two bedroom suites and some rooms on the top floor have an extra lounge area above the living area.

Some students who live

there enjoy the extra space offered at Maple Hill over other residence halls.

“It’s social if you want it to be, but you still have your own space,” said Lexie Curtis. “[There’s] lots of space and what not,” said Nick Mehn. “I love the study rooms, too. They are the best environments to study in.”

“I love the RAs and where it is located. It’s just really expensive,” said Stormey Morton, mentioning price as its only

flaw.

Each student said his or her favorite perk of Maple Hill was the private bathrooms.

Second year resident Andrew Thomas said that the efforts on the part of the staff have made this year’s experience in Maple Hill superior to last year.

“We have really great people always keeping the facilities clean,” said Andrew Thomas. “RAs did a lot of programming at the beginning of the year and that brought people out of

their rooms, so what used to be perceived as a closed residence hall is being seen in a new light as more social.”

“Ms. Diane, the front desk secretary, is a super star with the residents,” he said. “She knows a lot of them by name. The CREs are very intentional with what their goals for the year are. Their goal is always to be better than last year.”

Runner Up: Yocum

Loud atmosphere, community showers and small rooms are all a part of the normal college dorm experience, but with the increasing volume of incoming freshman, dorm space is limited, allowing those who want to escape from campus the chance.

Hill Place apartments, located a little more than a mile from the UA on South Royal Oak Parkway, was voted the best apartment complex off campus. The apartment choices offered include a one, two, or four bedroom living space all complete with private bathrooms.

“I chose Hill Place because it was so close to campus,” said Maddy Ryan, sophomore economics major. “Also, that’s where all my friends were living.”

Many apartments just come with the square footage, but Hill Place furnishes the apartment and provides washers and dryers. The living room includes a sofa, entertainment center and coffee table, while the bedroom includes a full bed and dresser.

“Currently our prices are as follows: one bedroom/one bathroom - $799 per month, two bedroom/two bathroom - $610 per person per month, four bedroom/four bathroom - $540 per person per month,” said Paige Liles, leasing manager of Hill Place. “We do individual leasing, which means we

lease by the bedroom, which is why the two bedrooms and four bedrooms are listed as per person. Each person signs a lease for just their bedroom. If their roommate moves out or is late paying their rent, it doesn’t affect the other roommates in any way.”

Hill Place offers more than just a place to live for students. It provides a college atmosphere without actually being on campus.

“Hill Place residents enjoy a wide range of amenities, including two resortstyle swimming pools, hot tub, cabana with full kitchen, free tanning, 24 hour fitness center and 24 hour computer lab,” Liles said. “We are also located on a Transit route. Our rates are tiered, so as more people lease, the rate increases. Students will receive the best rate by leasing as soon possible.”

For students that want to live at Hill Place they can find an application on the Hill Place website and pay the application fee of $90.

Although some people might think of apartments as a place where everyone keeps to themselves, Hill Place offers various social events such as pool parties, Grill N’ Chill and pizza days each month.

“My favorite thing about Hill Place is probably the pool when it gets warmer,” Ryan said. “Everyone goes out there and there’s music blaring it and it’s really fun.”

Runner Up: Links

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Best Parking Spot: Harmon

by JACK SUNTRUP Staff Writer

Forget long walks. The Harmon Avenue parking garage is situated between the business bloc and the edge of campus, and helps students make their way to class with ease. It’s one of the newest additions to the ever-growing campus, and

resembles a big city transit stop. Students can catch a ride on Razorback Transit to another bus stop, plus it is only a short walk away from Einstein Bros. However, avoiding long walks and unsightly construction cranes will cost you -- expect to shell out more than $700 for a 12-month pass.

Runner Up: Garland

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Best RSO: Habitat for Humanity b y EMILY DELONG Staff Writer

Habitat for Humanity was voted best registered student organization in the Traveler’s “Best of Fayetteville” survey.

The RSO is a campus chapter of the international nonprofit organization of the same name, which focuses on providing affordable housing to low-income families.

“Habitat for Humanity UA Campus Chapter works with the local Habitat for Humanity Washington County affiliate to supply volunteers for construction and deconstruction of homes,” said Melanie Bolden, vice president KRIS JOHNSON Staff Photographer

of the RSO. “We also have volunteers at the Habitat ReStore, which resells used hardware and other home necessities at a discounted price.”

While the scope of Habitat for Humanity International is worldwide—the organization works in more than 90 countries—the UA chapter focuses on providing housing to families in the Fayetteville area.

One of the RSO’s most visible events is their annual Sleepout, hosted every fall, which aims to bring awareness to homelessness and poverty.

“Students sleep outside for a night to simulate the experience of many who do not have a warm bed to

sleep in every night,” Bolden said.

In addition to the Sleepout, the campus chapter of Habitat for Humanity hosts many events every year which advocate the mission of the organization.

“Our chapter recently hosted Act! Speak! Build!

Week, a national advocacy campaign,” Bolden said.

“We had a display and discussion wall in the Union Connections lounge and a chapter meeting that week, as well as a fundraiser at Chic-Fil-A.” Habitat for Humanity was voted the best RSO on campus by UA students, many of whom appreciate the organization’s values.

“I like [Habitat] because it not only provides housing, but because it outreaches to volunteers as well and provides a sustainable model for doing good,” said Alex Wilson, junior.

It is easy to appreciate something that does so much for so many.

“What makes Habitat for Humanity so great is that the organization’s sole purpose is to help low-income families to obtain homes,” Bolden said. “Not simply to rent a home or have another form of temporary housing...but to build a foundation, a forever home, on which they pay a mortgage and become members of a community.”

Runner Up: ISO

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Boom! Kinetic: Best Local Band

by NICK BROTHERS Staff Writer

It’s no surprise that the frontrunner of Fayetteville’s music scene is the indie dance-rock group Boom! Kinetic. With their high energy “balls to the wall” dance music, the band has won the hearts of Northwest Arkansas natives and UA students alike.

Starting as an “obscure 80s cover band,” over the last six years the band has evolved from playing covers of Tears For Fears and The Cure to moving an entire dance floor with their original music from their LP, Part Gray / Part Bright Light. A few groups the band compares their sound to include The Killers, M83 and Empire of the Sun. “In our six years of existence we used to be a huge hit with the 25 to 45 age range of concert goers when we were primarily an 80s cover band,” said Wiley Seeger, one of the lead singers and guitarists of the band. “Since then, our current stuff is more in the alt-indie genre.”

Kalee Allen, a senior nursing major, has been a fan since her freshman year.

“I like Boom! Kinetic because I have gotten to see them grow from covering some of my favorite bands like MGMT at George’s during my first year here in Fayetteville to releasing their own album

over a year ago,” Allen said.

“They were the first cover band that I ever experienced on Dickson Street, and I’ve been a fan ever since.”

Seeger said they still like playing MGMT for the fans.

“We do a cover of Kids, and we do it the Boom! Kinetic way, when we play it, it’s balls to the wall man, it gets everyone going.”

Seeger said.

“My favorite show I’ve seen of them was last Christmas at George’s,” said Ginny Hickman, junior music major. “They sang Christmas songs but made them all really fun and poppy. I really love how energetic they are.

Their shows are always exciting and fun.”

Seeger said that they were grateful for the recognition they received for being the Best of Fayetteville.

“It’s awesome being recognized like this, we love getting this great feedback. We want to reach the younger college crowd. We know they’re the ones that are driving the music industry today,” Seeger said.

Boom! Kinetic will be playing two shows in Fayetteville in the coming month: on May 4 (that’s Dead Day, folks) they will play at George’s Majestic Lounge, and on May 17 they will be playing at Powerhouse’s Party on the Patio.

Runner Up: Swimming

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George’s Majestic Lounge: Best Venue for Concerts

by EVAN BARBER Staff Writer

It makes sense that the University of Arkansas would vote George’s Majestic Lounge the Best of Fayetteville for concert venues. For concertgoers, the venue is just a stone’s throw from the edge of campus, and George’s consistently books strong bands in the folk, blues, rock and country genres to perform. But the music bookings are, of course, very niche.

“I enjoy George’s as a venue, but they often do not have the type of music I enjoy,” said Clint Cunningham, a history major. “But they are one of the few venues that has managed to stay open through the years, and they have a good

atmosphere.”

Many know George’s as “The King of Dickson Street, since 1927.” The venue boasts a rich history, having endured the changing of the eras, standing the test of time and maintaining a devoted clientele.

“George’s just pulls in some really great shows. For a guy like me, that’s the most important thing,” said Jonathan Hunter, an English major.

George’s reputation precedes it, but what has always separated George’s from its competitors is its willingness to adapt, and to change its facilities right alongside the changing interests of the public.

Runner Up: Rogue

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The Best of Fayetteville

Best Hole in the Wall: Hugo’s

by WHITNEY GREEN Staff Writer

Since 1977 Hugo’s has been a hidden gem in Fayetteville and was voted best hole in the wall restaurant.

Located in a basement on North Block Avenue, people have to keep an eye out for the hidden restaurant, only illuminated by a tiny neon sign with a downward pointing arrow.

“You have to be led down here by a friend,” Hugo’s owner Jason Piazza said. “We don’t do any advertising so you have to be let into the secret that we’re here.”

Hugo’s has culinary options for every demographic, from their famous Bleu Moon Burgers to a range of vegetarian options and three different kinds of nachos. It was one of the first places in Northwest Arkansas to put nachos on the menu.

“Over the last 10 years we’ve been known more for burgers than anything else, but we’ve had the same

Bordinos: Best Date Night Spot

by EMILY RHODES Opinon Editor

KRIS JOHNSON Staff Photographer

menu since 1977,” Piazza said. “We have third-generation customers.”

For 35 years, Hugo’s has been a Fayetteville tradition with their unique charm and delicious food.

“They have a great reputation,” junior Afsaneh Nimroozi said. “Most people know them for their awesome burgers and chill atmosphere. I serious-

ly only hear good things about that place.”

Hugo’s is open Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Customers can expect a place that is like no other. “No one can match our atmosphere,” Piazza said.

“We’re in a basement.”

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Bordinos restaurant offers upscale, Italian dining, a cozy and inviting atmosphere and the perfect place to take the one you love, which is why it earned the title “Best Date Night Restaurant” by UA students for this year’s “Best Of ” Awards.

Located in the heart of Fayetteville nightlife on Dickson Street, Bordinos is the perfect place to wine and dine your special someone before heading to a movie or night on the town.

The extensive menu of specials such as sautéed duck breast, ricotta-chèvre gnocchi and grilled pork loin,

along with a wine and specialty drink list makes Bordinos a unique find compared to other restaurants in town.

UA senior Garrett Park described Bordinos as “elegant, sophisticated and romantic.”

“The food really was very good when we went.

My date had a specialty drink, a cosmopolitan, which was really delicious,” said Park, who took his girlfriend to Bordinos for her 21st birthday.

While many pick the restaurant for a romantic dinner spot, others head there for a more casual date night, taking advantage of the happy hour drink spe-

cials.

“I went there last year and it was really fun. I had a Tropical Storm, which was a fruity pineapple citrus drink, and it was delicious,” said Meleah Brock, social work major. “The servers were really helpful and nice, and the bar had a great setup with lots of seating. The restaurant just has a nice atmosphere, and it’s fun to go there for dinner or drinks.”

Taking the spot for “best date night” as voted by students across campus, Bordinos remains one of our Fayetteville favorites for a romantic place to take that special someone.

Runner Up: Mermaids

Runner Up: Pesto

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MIKE NORTAN Staff Photographer

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Best Sorority on Campus: Pi Beta Phi

by CAITLIN MURAD

Staff Writer

The Arkansas Alpha chapter of Pi Beta Phi joined Arkansas Greek Life in 1909 as the 39th chapter of Pi Beta Phi. Today they have 329 members and have received numerous Panhellenic and National awards. This year the chapter won highest sorority and all-campus GPA for Fall 2011 with a cumulative GPA of 3.408.

On a national level, the chapter was second out of all the Pi Phi chapters in donations given to the Pi Beta Phi Foundation. This year

they were also were named third Pi Beta Phi Chapter Internationally for 2010.

Members of Pi Phi are also encouraged to be involved on campus in addition to

being involved in their sorority. Many of them hold positions in ASG, Panhellenic Council, the Student Alumni Association and in RSOs within their college.

They also received the Order of Omega Achievement Award and Commu-

nity Service Award and the Panhellenic Achievement Award for last year.

Pi Phi’s philanthropy is Children’s Literacy. Every year they hold a 5k on campus to raise money for their organization of choice, and this year the 5k raised more than $30,000 to help their cause. The chapter also volunteers and participates in events within the Fayetteville public school system to help promote literacy in the community. Many of their members participate in the VAC Literacy program where they read to children at Fayetteville elementary schools every week.

Runner Up: Kappa Delta

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Best Fraternity on Campus: Sigma Nu

by CAITLIN MURAD Staff Writer

JACKI FROST Staff Photographer

Sigma Nu Fraternity was voted best fraternity on campus. They joined Arkansas Greek Life in 1904 as the Gamma Upsilon Chapter.

Their chapter ranks among the top five Sigma Nu fraternities in the nation. Sigma Nu is known as one of the only fraternities founded on the opposition of hazing. Since being founded at Arkansas in 1904, the chapter has grown to 174 active members and 10 spring candidates. In the fall they initiated 50 candidates and during spring recruit-

ment all of their bids were accepted.

Sigma Nu prides themselves in leading their members to a higher standard in academics, service to their community and excelling in Greek events

on campus.

On April 28, the chapter will kick off their annual powder-puff football tournament on campus.

All the proceeds will go to the Battered Women’s Shelter of Fayetteville.

“Within the last year we have won the GAMMA[Greeks Advocating the Mature Management of Alcohol] award, Langston Cabaniss won outstanding NGC delegate, Grant Adams won outstanding NGC officer and Jacob Bray was named outstanding junior of the Walton accounting department” said Chapter President, Alan Matthews.

The chapter encourages their members to be active in Greek Life on campus, succeed academically and be involved in RSOs on campus.

Runner Up: Lambda Chi Alpha

Best BBQ: Penguin Ed’s

by KIMBERLY MCGUIRE Staff Writer For anyone outside of Fayetteville, the correlation of penguins and barbeque would sound silly, but to natives on The Hill, it sounds absolutely delicious. Penguin Ed’s has been serving Fayetteville for

more than 16 years and we love it now more than ever.

Penguin Ed’s started off as just a tent on the side of a road.

Three locations and millions of penguins later, we have the almighty franchise Fayetteville has come to know and love.

Pork, chicken, beef, brisket and sausage are the main at-

CHAD ARNOLD Staff Photographer

Cheap beer and cheap burgers—these are what Grub’s does best.

This combination is precisely why Grub’s is so popular with college students, said Billy Faulk, manager at Grub’s on Dickson.

“We try to cater to the students... Everybody wants cheap drinks, good food,” he said.

The atmosphere at Grub’s can be a little loud at times, but it’s hard to beat $6 pitchers of beer and 15 variations on a burger.

Despite the list of options, I find the classic All-American to be the best burger choice.

You also can’t go wrong with an order of cheese fries: they’re cheesy, starchy and loaded with bacon and green onions—the perfect compliment to cheap beer.

And when it comes to affordable imbibement on Dickson Street, Grub’s is also at the top of the list with a daily

Happy Hour from 4 to 10 p.m. and a list of other drink specials throughout the week: Monday night is half-price night from 10 p.m. to close.

Tuesday night is all about “You-Call-Its,” any drink for $2 from 10 p.m. to close.

And Thursday night is “Beat the Clock Night,” which features $1 wells and domestic beers from 10 to 11 p.m.; $2 wells and domestic beers from 11 p.m. to midnight; $3 from

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traction at Penguin Ed’s BBQ, as are their famous fried pickles. Penguin Ed’s Way out West offers a small yet substantial vegetarian menu for those who morally can’t eat meat, but relish the smell. As for Penguin Ed’s on Mission Boulevard, in addition to the vegetarian menu, this location merged with a bakery-café and now serves breakfast Wednesday to Sunday.

Serving up plate after plate of their infamously delectable smoked meats, Penguin Ed’s has gained a loyal following of customers. Highly recommended and forever seen as a Fayetteville icon, Penguin Ed’s is sure to please even the pickiest of barbeque connoisseurs and lovers of penguins.

Runner Up: Whole Hog

Best Bar: Grub’s Bar & Grille

by EDDIE GREGG Staff Writer

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midnight to 1 a.m.; and back to $1 from 1 a.m. to close.

If you’re on the North side of town, Grub’s has also recently added an “Uptown” location near the NWA Mall.

Faulk expressed gratitude for being named the best bar in town by UA students: “Tell ‘em we said thanks,” he said from behind the bar.

Runner Up: West End

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Best Pizza:

by KIMBERLY MCGUIRE Staff Writer

The votes are in, and yet again, Eureka Pizza was named best pizza in Fayetteville.

Established in 1992, Eureka Pizza has been giving its customers quality pizza for insanely low prices. If any of you were lucky enough to endure the early Eureka Pizza radio and television advertisements, you would know just how big a “big, big deal” at Eureka Pizza really is. “It’s big.”

Just what is it about Eureka Pizza that we

love so much? First and foremost: the prices.

Everyday, Eureka is serving up large pepperoni, sausage or cheese pizzas

for only $5.99, except on Monday when they are just $3.99. Don’t feel like calling in an order? No problem, these pies are ready for you to pick up all day, every day. If you are willing to take a little out of your beer budget, splurge for one of their

delicious specialty pizzas, or try all 11, why not?

Eureka Pizza has two locations in Fayetteville, one on Mission Boulevard and one on Leverett Avenue, the first location to have a drive-thru window. Not only is the Leverett location perfect for students, but the hours are great for late-night eaters. It’s open to midnight during the week, and 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. So whether you’re up late studying or crawling back home from Dickson, Eureka’s got you covered for a cheap and tasty fourth-meal that will keep you functioning until it’s time to pass out.

Runner Up: Mellow Mushroom

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The Best of Fayetteville

Best Coffee Shop:

by EDDIE GREGG Staff Writer

The votes are in and the students have spoken: Starbucks, the Seattle-based juggernaut of the coffee seas, has beaten a string of locally owned coffee shops for the title of Fayetteville’s best coffee shop.

“I like Starbucks a lot because they have a lot of variety of different drinks and different drinks for every season,” said Lauren Dockery, a marketing major, as she waited in line at the campus location of Starbucks Monday afternoon. “I usually get the white chocolate mocha frappuccino, but today I’m getting a strawberry smoothie.”

And with two locations in Fayetteville, one below Brough Commons on campus and the other just off the intersection of Joyce Avenue and College Avenue, Starbucks is easily accessible for most students.

In addition to the variety of drinks offered at Starbucks, Dockery said she also likes the location on campus because it is a great place to study and hang out.

“I definitely come in

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here and study some, going in between classes when I have breaks,” she said. “If I have a short break, I’ll just come in here and hang out, drink coffee—so that’s nice, too.”

Locations

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1021 W. Dickson St. (below Brough Commons on campus)

Phone: 479.575.4120 Hours: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Monday – Friday

1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday

3901 Shiloh Dr.

(near the intersection of College Avenue and Joyce Avenue)

Save the Date May 10

Cocktail party, 5 ~ 7 p.m.

May 11 & 12 11 a.m. ~ 5 p.m.

Phone: 479.444.3380 Hours:

5:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Sunday - Thursday

5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Friday – Saturday

Runner Up: Mama Carmen’s

248 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville, AR 479. 4 43.9289 w w w.romancediamond.com