If your year has been similar to mine, you might have mixed feelings about making new friends after not socializing for so long. Everyone has the right to move at their own pace as things transition back to the life we once knew, and I hope some of these tips can help those that have Read More…
Tag: Ice Breaker
Embracing the Awkwardness
New Beginnings… Starting college can be daunting for every freshman, especially when it comes to building a social life. In the beginning it can be awkward, but embracing that can be key to making your friends. Introducing Yourself Although going to events on campus with people from your dorm hall that you don’t know may Read More…
How NOT to make friends in college.
You may have heard all the great ways to MAKE friends when you get to college, but I would like to focus on the cautionary tale of someone who DIDN’T make friends.Sally was excited about college. After all, UW Madison is an amazing school with so much to offer academically. But when it came to Read More…
Breaking The Ice: Find Your People On The Other Side
The first few weeks of college may be the furthest you’ve ever had to step out of your comfort zone. For me, it was terrifying to have to completely start fresh in regards to friends and connections. Luckily, everyone is in the same boat. Finding your people is truly the best part of the experience. Read More…
The Do’s and Don’ts of Finding Student Orgs
It’s been said before, but I’ll say it again: joining student organizations is one of the best ways to make friends in college. But how to find the right student org? After all, there are about 900 of them at UW-Madison! Let’s go over a few of the do’s and don’ts of finding your perfect Read More…
It’s Your First Night “Going Out”, Now What?
POV: You just moved into Sellery and now you’re determined to meet other freshman in a “going out” setting. Except there’s one thing: you have no idea where to go. Lucky for you, I have three suggestions for a typical night out for freshman that go to UW-Madison! Option 1: Hit the Bars! Sconnie Bar Read More…
Let’s Be Friends
Making friends and meeting new people in general can be tough especially for college freshmen. The first two weeks of college feel almost like a fever dream. You are meeting tons of people, hearing different names and the dorms they live in, and it can be hard to keep track or maintain those relationships. So Read More…
You’re finally at college… Now what?
Finding your friends in college can be, quite frankly, hard. While it’s exciting to know that there’s a whole campus out there for you to explore, it comes with the terrifying realization that you have to start all over. However, the nice thing is that you’re not in it alone. Everyone who leaves home and Read More…
Welcome to College: Step Outside Your Comfort Zone!
Heading off to a new place with people you’ve never met before can be intimidating. But, with the right tips, this transition can be a breeze. Moving to college is different for everyone, but one common factor remains, everyone is meeting new people. This is your opportunity to step outside your comfort zone and interact Read More…
Making Friends at College: Enjoy the Experience!
Making new friends at college may become the easiest, or the hardest, part of the experience. There are a vast number of ways to make friends at college, as outlined here. The biggest aspect that may be different from high school is that UW-Madison has a very large undergraduate community, so you can be assured Read More…