Original post by Nice_100
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Hey @Nice_100
I'd recommend joining a club or society as that way you're surrounding yourself with people who share similar interests to you, therefore making conversation that bit easier as you have at least a common ground to start with 🙂 There'll be some really fun and cool societies as well so I'd definitely recommend getting yourself involved.
You could also get involved with volunteering opportunities at your uni or becoming a student ambassador, both great ways of meeting new people and hopefully forming some strong connections!
Do you feel confident enough approaching your fellow course mates? I know small talk can be difficult sometimes, but even if it's a small compliment, asking them about the work, a TV show you've recently watched. You may be able to form study groups with your course mates then and start revising together in the library. If this happens you can then suggest grabbing a coffee afterwards, just strengthening those connections 🙂
These things can take time though, don't worry too much about it, I'm sure you'll meet some wonderful people soon. Are you already at university, or will you be starting this year? When I was a student I was very shy and anxious of being around new people and making friends, but I ended up forming some great friendships later on in my uni journey. It happens at different time for different people, so don't worry if you don't form strong connections immediately.
Good luck with your uni journey!!
Becky
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Hey @Nice_100
I'd recommend joining a club or society as that way you're surrounding yourself with people who share similar interests to you, therefore making conversation that bit easier as you have at least a common ground to start with 🙂 There'll be some really fun and cool societies as well so I'd definitely recommend getting yourself involved.
You could also get involved with volunteering opportunities at your uni or becoming a student ambassador, both great ways of meeting new people and hopefully forming some strong connections!
Do you feel confident enough approaching your fellow course mates? I know small talk can be difficult sometimes, but even if it's a small compliment, asking them about the work, a TV show you've recently watched. You may be able to form study groups with your course mates then and start revising together in the library. If this happens you can then suggest grabbing a coffee afterwards, just strengthening those connections 🙂
These things can take time though, don't worry too much about it, I'm sure you'll meet some wonderful people soon. Are you already at university, or will you be starting this year? When I was a student I was very shy and anxious of being around new people and making friends, but I ended up forming some great friendships later on in my uni journey. It happens at different time for different people, so don't worry if you don't form strong connections immediately.
Good luck with your uni journey!!
Becky
I'd recommend joining a club or society as that way you're surrounding yourself with people who share similar interests to you, therefore making conversation that bit easier as you have at least a common ground to start with 🙂 There'll be some really fun and cool societies as well so I'd definitely recommend getting yourself involved.
You could also get involved with volunteering opportunities at your uni or becoming a student ambassador, both great ways of meeting new people and hopefully forming some strong connections!
Do you feel confident enough approaching your fellow course mates? I know small talk can be difficult sometimes, but even if it's a small compliment, asking them about the work, a TV show you've recently watched. You may be able to form study groups with your course mates then and start revising together in the library. If this happens you can then suggest grabbing a coffee afterwards, just strengthening those connections 🙂
These things can take time though, don't worry too much about it, I'm sure you'll meet some wonderful people soon. Are you already at university, or will you be starting this year? When I was a student I was very shy and anxious of being around new people and making friends, but I ended up forming some great friendships later on in my uni journey. It happens at different time for different people, so don't worry if you don't form strong connections immediately.
Good luck with your uni journey!!
Becky
I joined a couple societies but they're all silent...I'm kind of an introvert but when spoken to I feel like I can still socialise. I'm a 1st year student and so far I feel like I've only made 1 friend, I still have friends in my course tho who I have luckily known since 6th form. Idk I feel so pressured to be already making connections that would help me in the future but I guess time will just tell if opportunity just comes by knocking on the door, I'll have to wait i guess. Thanks for this advice!
Original post by Nice_100
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Hi @Nice_100,
Making meaningful connections and friendships is something that many people struggle with, especially during their first year of university. It can take time to find people you click with and make friends, which can be discouraging! However, just know you are not alone in this, and there are plenty of opportunities to meet people throughout your time there.
It can be especially difficult when you're introverted, but my first piece of advice would be try. It's not often that things will fall in your lap if you don't put the work in, so make the effort on your end! Go to events, join clubs, talk to new people, etc. If it's too daunting, even just smiling at someone else could encourage them to start the conversation first.
Personally, my accommodation led me to many of the friends I have now. Are you living on campus? Try going to the common room, kitchen, or starting a conversation with a familiar face you pass in the halls. If you're communing, this would be more difficult, but there are still ways for you to make friends.
I have also met some great people through volunteering and my part-time job as a student ambassador. These, as well as sports, societies, and your course, are great places to meet new people as you already have a common interest!
It's great that you already have some friends. Would you be able to expand your circle from their other friends? That might be a good way to do that while having support from people you're already comfortable with.
It takes time, so don't feel too discouraged. You've got this!
Isabella
Third-year Geography with a Year Abroad Student
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