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From famous alums to why the schools are so close together, get to know UNC and Duke


One of North Carolina’s biggest traditions has nothing to do with basketball. For years, students have stood in line on the first day of classes to take a sip from the Old Well, which, according to UNC, “brings students luck in the form of good grades.” But the one tradition students come to Carolina dreaming of is the chance to rush Chapel Hill’s Franklin Street. (Durham Herald-Sun)

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From famous alums to why the schools are so close together, get to know UNC and Duke


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