In the next day or two, I will be going to my college's freshman orientation. The size of the college is bigger than the town I live in! I don't know anyone else going to the orientation session that I am, and I was hoping for a few pointers on meeting people? Usually, I'm a pretty good people person, but sometimes when I don't know anyone, it's a little harder. I need something that will really work - not the cheesey "Nice shoes, wanna be friends?" Thanks so much!
2006-07-05 09:59:01 · 3 answers · asked by ballerina_dancer017 4 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Try mingling with people in your dorm when you move in. Look for other people who look like they dont know anyone. When I went away to college I didnt know anyone either and it was very intimidating. I realized later that there were lots of others in the same situation. You might also want to look into joining a sorority, even if you just go to the rush events its a great way to meet people.
2006-07-05 10:05:12 · answer #1 · answered by drunkbomber 5 · 8⤊ 1⤋
Everyone goes through the same situation. Don't be intimidated.
If you're walking around campus with a map, everyone can see you're a freshman. If you want to start a conversation, just ask them for directions to ___ building.
Personally, I found the frats and sororities more interested in getting drunk and getting laid than anything else.
2006-07-05 17:57:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Walk around with a sign clipped to you that says, "Lonely lost girl. Be my friend."
Or, "TALK TO ME GODDAMNIT!"
Seriously though. Scope out a couple people you think are interesting and try to get near them. During the orientation, say something like, "Wow, isn't so-and-so's tie ugly?" or, "I can't believe how massive this college is...."
There will be people exactly like you there.
2006-07-05 17:04:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋