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Tulane University
The United States has ivy league universities that are expensive and highly coveted by the rich, the educated and those that want to become elite in some way or another. New Orleans, Louisiana has an “ivy of the south”. Say what? Yes, Tulane University is a prestigious university known as the “ivy of the south”. Whether Tulane University actually deserves being called the “ivy of the south” is a different story, though. I feel that way too many universities are trying to categorize themselves as an “ivy” and I find that to be a bit cringey. Let’s just say it’s almost like having an influencer label themselves as an A-list online celebrity. Something along those lines…
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Loyola University New Orleans
Visiting a university campus while traveling may seem silly but it can actually be a wise thing to do if you want to get a taste of the general vibe of the area, enjoy architecture and do something relatively chill. It’s also a good thing to do if you (or someone in your party) are contemplating on seeking higher education. In New Orleans, I had the opportunity to visit Loyola University New Orleans, which happens to be accessible via the St. Charles streetcar. I honestly didn’t think I’d bother with the visit but figured why not when I was going to be in Uptown anyway.