{"id":8006,"date":"2015-08-18T14:38:27","date_gmt":"2015-08-18T14:38:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fiualumni.com\/?p=8006"},"modified":"2018-05-09T15:05:09","modified_gmt":"2018-05-09T15:05:09","slug":"roar-lounge-tailgate-plan-for-2015-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fiualumni.com\/stay-connected\/alumni-news\/newsroom\/index.php\/2015\/08\/18\/roar-lounge-tailgate-plan-for-2015-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Roar Lounge &#038; tailgate plan for 2015 season"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Leave the grill at home and join us at the Official Alumni Pre-game Party!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.proofpoint.com\/v2\/url?u=https-3A__bbox.blackbaudhosting.com_webforms_linkredirect-3Furl-3Dhttp-253a-252f-252ffiualumni.com-252froar-2Dlounge-252f-26srcid-3D415239-26srctid-3D1-26erid-3D23893073-26trid-3Dfff29640-2D3b86-2D4f64-2D9241-2D1494bdd5a4f1-26linkid-3D6174951-26isbbox-3D0&amp;d=AwMFaQ&amp;c=1QsCMERiq7JOmEnKpsSyjg&amp;r=f1dIryiCEuO2u0qkxv4TlA&amp;m=6NzhswpcioxEz1VMK5aQpcdF_zNgPXe80Rvz_InnJfI&amp;s=3HdyCgiFi5ThRArrjNEssPoSX11duDlNPEsQn0kGwck&amp;e=\" data-link-type=\"0\" data-link-id=\"6174951\">Roar Lounge<\/a> offers something for everyone, including music, food, beverages, giveaways, appearances by the FIU Marching Band and much more. Get pumped up for game time in our family-friendly, air-conditioned tent.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.proofpoint.com\/v2\/url?u=https-3A__bbox.blackbaudhosting.com_webforms_linkredirect-3Furl-3Dhttp-253a-252f-252ffiualumni.com-252froar-2Dlounge-252f-26srcid-3D415239-26srctid-3D1-26erid-3D23893073-26trid-3Dfff29640-2D3b86-2D4f64-2D9241-2D1494bdd5a4f1-26linkid-3D6174965-26isbbox-3D0&amp;d=AwMFaQ&amp;c=1QsCMERiq7JOmEnKpsSyjg&amp;r=f1dIryiCEuO2u0qkxv4TlA&amp;m=6NzhswpcioxEz1VMK5aQpcdF_zNgPXe80Rvz_InnJfI&amp;s=NS7NolyB0V2vNOA01FgEsuB0I-5U45iu2YJdHtyqJcE&amp;e=\" data-link-type=\"0\" data-link-id=\"6174965\">Click here<\/a> to register today.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"line-height: 1.5;\">In our continued efforts to build affinity for our football team and create a true game day experience for all Panther fans, we have revised our tailgating plan for the 2015 season.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We\u00a0looked at other State University System institutions with on-campus stadiums and incorporated some of their best practices. You can view the new tailgating plan and map of all tailgating areas by visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.proofpoint.com\/v2\/url?u=https-3A__bbox.blackbaudhosting.com_webforms_linkredirect-3Furl-3Dhttps-253a-252f-252fparking.fiu.edu-252ftailgating-252f-26srcid-3D415239-26srctid-3D1-26erid-3D23893073-26trid-3Dfff29640-2D3b86-2D4f64-2D9241-2D1494bdd5a4f1-26linkid-3D6174949-26isbbox-3D0&amp;d=AwMFaQ&amp;c=1QsCMERiq7JOmEnKpsSyjg&amp;r=f1dIryiCEuO2u0qkxv4TlA&amp;m=6NzhswpcioxEz1VMK5aQpcdF_zNgPXe80Rvz_InnJfI&amp;s=_s3kSO2KVjUNlNBfDLZzVEwkfN1NVGcMorZ4zjPYy_w&amp;e=\" data-link-type=\"0\" data-link-id=\"6174949\">parking.fiu.edu\/tailgating<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>As alumni, here are some important items to note:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Please <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.proofpoint.com\/v2\/url?u=https-3A__bbox.blackbaudhosting.com_webforms_linkredirect-3Furl-3Dhttps-253a-252f-252fparking.fiu.edu-252fwp-2Dcontent-252fuploads-252fsites-252f43-252f2015-252f08-252fFootballTailgateParkingGuidelines-5FFINAL21.pdf-26srcid-3D415239-26srctid-3D1-26erid-3D23893073-26trid-3Dfff29640-2D3b86-2D4f64-2D9241-2D1494bdd5a4f1-26linkid-3D6174950-26isbbox-3D0&amp;d=AwMFaQ&amp;c=1QsCMERiq7JOmEnKpsSyjg&amp;r=f1dIryiCEuO2u0qkxv4TlA&amp;m=6NzhswpcioxEz1VMK5aQpcdF_zNgPXe80Rvz_InnJfI&amp;s=UGoeF40QQ6fySGcJ7hkFPjC7RzstQH2FiYKlOVCIPpM&amp;e=\" data-link-type=\"0\" data-link-id=\"6174950\">click here<\/a> to read the new university tailgating guidelines.<\/li>\n<li>Lot 7, which is located west of the stadium, is reserved for alumni and spirit group tailgating (inclusive of season-ticket holders). You may reserve a tailgating area, via the online reservation form found at <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.proofpoint.com\/v2\/url?u=https-3A__bbox.blackbaudhosting.com_webforms_linkredirect-3Furl-3Dhttps-253a-252f-252fparking.fiu.edu-252ftailgating-252f-26srcid-3D415239-26srctid-3D1-26erid-3D23893073-26trid-3Dfff29640-2D3b86-2D4f64-2D9241-2D1494bdd5a4f1-26linkid-3D6174963-26isbbox-3D0&amp;d=AwMFaQ&amp;c=1QsCMERiq7JOmEnKpsSyjg&amp;r=f1dIryiCEuO2u0qkxv4TlA&amp;m=6NzhswpcioxEz1VMK5aQpcdF_zNgPXe80Rvz_InnJfI&amp;s=liuYcXAjUVq_cpZVCV9Vwsxodwwlxl4xca7kzJLGemc&amp;e=\" data-link-type=\"0\" data-link-id=\"6174963\">parking.fiu.edu\/tailgating<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Should you prefer not to reserve a space, these lots will be available for tailgating on game day, but on a first-come, first-served basis and dependent on lot\/trail availability.<\/li>\n<li>Lot 6 (east of the stadium) is reserved exclusively for student tailgating. Additional tailgating areas, which are open to employees and other university supporters, are available in the Diamond Lot, Panther Trail and Nature Trail.<\/li>\n<li>Tailgating spaces in these lots must also be reserved in advance, but will also be available on a first-come, first-served basis should there be availability on game day.<\/li>\n<li>Personal tents\/canopies must be 10 feet x 10 feet or smaller and are only allowed in reserved\/assigned tailgating locations.<\/li>\n<li>Should you want to reserve a tailgating area that is larger than a personal canopy, you must contact Parking &amp; Transportation\u2019s event team at <a href=\"mailto:ptevents@fiu.edu?subject=Tailgate\" data-subject=\"Tailgate\" data-link-type=\"2\">ptevents@fiu.edu<\/a> or 305-348-3615.<\/li>\n<li>All garages, as well as Lot 5 (east of the WPAC) are available for general parking. We strongly encourage visitors to park in the Blue Garage, Panther Garage, or Lot 5 as these are the closest to the stadium.\u00a0 However, tailgating is not permitted in these areas.<\/li>\n<li>VIP &amp; Disabled Parking will continue to be within the Platinum Lot (lot south of the stadium).<\/li>\n<li>All designated Tailgating Lots and Trails will be accessible from 8:00 a.m. until two hours following the conclusion of the game or midnight (whichever comes first). However, there are specific timelines for each game as it relates the university\u2019s tailgating and open-container waiver hours.<\/li>\n<li>For mid-day games (i.e., games starting prior to 4 p.m.), the university\u2019s open-container waiver will be in effect 4 hours prior to game start through the end of tailgating hours. For evening games (i.e., games starting after 5 p.m.), the university\u2019s open-container waiver will be in effect 6 hours prior to game start through the end of tailgating hours.<\/li>\n<li>Tailgating will close down 30 minutes prior to kick-off. University Police as well as Parking &amp; Transportation personnel will be walking through all tailgate areas prior to kick-off to ensure compliance.<\/li>\n<li>For an easy reference on lot, tailgating, and open-container waiver times, please visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.proofpoint.com\/v2\/url?u=https-3A__bbox.blackbaudhosting.com_webforms_linkredirect-3Furl-3Dhttps-253a-252f-252fparking.fiu.edu-252ftailgating-252f-26srcid-3D415239-26srctid-3D1-26erid-3D23893073-26trid-3Dfff29640-2D3b86-2D4f64-2D9241-2D1494bdd5a4f1-26linkid-3D6174964-26isbbox-3D0&amp;d=AwMFaQ&amp;c=1QsCMERiq7JOmEnKpsSyjg&amp;r=f1dIryiCEuO2u0qkxv4TlA&amp;m=6NzhswpcioxEz1VMK5aQpcdF_zNgPXe80Rvz_InnJfI&amp;s=qHmhu_X81lXSixsVU0U-bgc2SZat6FOoyja43a6Dm0c&amp;e=\" data-link-type=\"0\" data-link-id=\"6174964\">parking.fiu.edu\/tailgating<\/a> to view a schedule for each game.<\/li>\n<li>To purchase game tickets, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.proofpoint.com\/v2\/url?u=https-3A__bbox.blackbaudhosting.com_webforms_linkredirect-3Furl-3Dhttp-253a-252f-252ffiusports.com-252f-26srcid-3D415239-26srctid-3D1-26erid-3D23893073-26trid-3Dfff29640-2D3b86-2D4f64-2D9241-2D1494bdd5a4f1-26linkid-3D6174952-26isbbox-3D0&amp;d=AwMFaQ&amp;c=1QsCMERiq7JOmEnKpsSyjg&amp;r=f1dIryiCEuO2u0qkxv4TlA&amp;m=6NzhswpcioxEz1VMK5aQpcdF_zNgPXe80Rvz_InnJfI&amp;s=LkBjuiCvFpZFfMzHWI-zprje-NVedbvewXvUwHbvQQc&amp;e=\" data-link-type=\"0\" data-link-id=\"6174952\">FIUsports.com<\/a> or call 305-348-GAME (4263).<\/li>\n<li>Make sure to show your Panther pride by wearing your FIU gear. <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.proofpoint.com\/v2\/url?u=https-3A__bbox.blackbaudhosting.com_webforms_service_page.redir-3Ftarget-3Dhttp-253a-252f-252ffiu.bncollege.com-252fwebapp-252fwcs-252fstores-252fservlet-252fCollectionsView-253fcategoryId-253d40521-2526catalogId-253d10001-2526langId-253d-2D1-2526storeId-253d21551-2526topCatId-253d40510-26srcid-3D415239-26srctid-3D1-26erid-3D23893073-26trid-3Dfff29640-2D3b86-2D4f64-2D9241-2D1494bdd5a4f1&amp;d=AwMFaQ&amp;c=1QsCMERiq7JOmEnKpsSyjg&amp;r=f1dIryiCEuO2u0qkxv4TlA&amp;m=6NzhswpcioxEz1VMK5aQpcdF_zNgPXe80Rvz_InnJfI&amp;s=MBRA5x88wzNpnNGmwGMjxFQscFc1bWYRkvsrgMdLHOE&amp;e=\" data-link-type=\"0\">Click here<\/a> to purchase your blue and gold merchandise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We\u2019re looking forward to a successful season and we need you, our 12th Panther, cheering us on. We hope to see you on game day!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Leave the grill at home and join us at the Official Alumni Pre-game Party! Roar Lounge offers something for everyone, including music, food, beverages, giveaways, appearances by the FIU Marching Band and much more. Get pumped up for game time in our family-friendly, air-conditioned tent. Click here to register today. 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