It's a time honored way of meeting guys.. unfortunately, not a very good one, but I'm open to all methods. I also sometimes like to go with my gals to listen to music or perhaps just get a beer and unwind after work. I don't think that I (or any woman) should have a Scarlett Letter pinned on me because I like to bar-hop occasionally on the weekends.
I think a lot of freepers could as easily stereotype you because you barhop on weekends as you have stereotyped some athletes at Duke. Being too much of a lady, I will not do that to you. But you do get the point, I hope.
You are taking a very big risk by attempting to meet a suitable guy at a bar. And no you should not have to wear a large Red A. But you should be aware that in any physical confrontation with some guy, you figured was safe cause he did not look like a sleazy frat boy you will most likely lose. If he wants to assault, rape, and/or murder you- he will. So if you think the benefits outweigh the risks go for it.