Love: Patrick Henry Hughes has had an impact on the U of L community that will prove to be lasting and profound far beyond his years here as a student. In the microcosm that is the University of Louisville, he serves as a teacher of universal lessons, a constant reminder of the tremendous potential of the human spirit.His embodiment of resiliency, courage, dedication, and commitment are commendable and through them he instills in the university a sense of pride and community. He's the mutual friend that everyone on campus shares.

Rick Pitino pulled a trick I haven't seen since the 1996 release of ìD2: The Mighty Ducksî. The wardrobe change at intermission was right out of the Gordon Bombay playbook. Pitino blatantly lied to ESPN's Erin Andrew's and said that he spilled Diet Pepsi on his white suit.

For many students, going to class is their least favorite college activity. Part of this might stem from the fact that students simply cannot relate to the theories they are taught. Prof. Brian Barnes is trying to change that by bringing real world experiences into the classroom and backing the theories with examples from his own life. Graduating from Hanover College in 1995...

Valentines Day is Thursday, and for those who may have forgotten this important day, the chance to save face while treating their valentines to free heart felt munchies will be available at this years "Hearts and Hamburgers," hosted by the Student Activities Board.

The University of Louisville softball team started their season in the Florida State University Early Bird Tournament this past weekend. The Cards defeated Troy University 5-0 in the first round, then went on to beat host Florida State 4-3 in the second.

"When I was a little girl one of my favorite things was when my grandmothers came and told me stories," said Mary Powers, director of the Women's Center here at U of L. "One day I went to school [and] when I got home I said I wasn't going back. I could read, and I realized that I could get stories out of book on my own, so I didn't need school.

Love: University of Louisville administrators have worked with private development companies, such as University of Louisville Properties, in order to increase the number of students on campus, which will only enhance and improve campus life. Recent improvements to the certain residence halls, such as the renovation in Unitas Tower and the legislative pending renovation to Miller Hall, highlight the university's work in improving the living conditions for students.

The Cardinals top recruit and top target will visit Louisville this weekend. Samardo Samuels, ranked the No. 7 player in the 2008 class by Rivals, and Tyreke Evans, ranked the No. 6 player by Rivals, will be competing in the Neutral Zone Hoops Showcase at the Louisville Gardens this Saturday.

Love: The University of Louisville, situated in the 27th most populated city in the U.S., is a shining example of what a few trees can do for the looks of a campus. Even though it is surrounded by urban and economic development, foliage abounds, giving the feeling of a college campus not found between an airport and the downtown area of a boisterous city.

Twenty-thousand plus fans piled into Freedom Hall Saturday to witness the University of Louisville men's basketball team receive their biggest win of the season over the University of Georgetown. The Cardinals snapped No. 6 Georgetown's six-game winning streak 59-51 in front of the fourth largest crowd in Freedom Hall history.