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mr_universe's avatar

How can i make quality friends at school?

Asked by mr_universe (27points) October 21st, 2010

I seem to realize I need to make some friends. I’m new around L.A. because I just moved here to attend school and I need to make some friends especially people who are of my major. I’m not looking to party or things of that sort, just study partners and people of that group… GEEKS? or maybe cool people who study often.

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nailpolishfanatic's avatar

Just get to know the people in your class first and see if there is someone who interests you. If so then you could plan on going for some coffe together or something. Or if you have group work you could try and work with people to see those who really enjoy what they are doing and put their best work to the project you guys are working on. For me its really to see through people who ar nerds/geeks in my school. I have always had such friends because myself I really enjoy studying.
So just get to know them and see who you like.

Pied_Pfeffer's avatar

It takes time to meet new people, particularly when stepping into an environment that is already in full swing. If the school year is just starting, there are many others who feel the same way that you do. If you need conversational company, it’s easy to obtain; finding quality friends takes much longer.

And please don’t limit friendships to those that are just like you. Some of my dearest friends are quite the opposite in their interests, yet we have similar values. These are the ones that may be out partying while you want to work on a project, but they will understand and not pressure you to go out…at least, not too much.

josie's avatar

When I was in school, all the people who were good study influences were at the library. There was actually a social scene at the library.

The_Idler's avatar

Join some societies.
Ask people if they mind you joining them for lunch.
Just talk about shit with people.
Make an assessment of their ‘suitability’.
Standard. No tricks required.

BarnacleBill's avatar

Library’s good. So’s the international center. Join a club, sign up for ballroom or salsa dancing, and clubs. If your department has any organizations, think about joining those. The more visible you are, the better the chances of meeting people. Attend events that the campus has to offer students – film screenings, author lectures, political lectures.

Even if you’re at a school that has a lot of commuter students, those who are living on campus are all in the same boat as you, so don’t be shy.

thekoukoureport's avatar

Be nice to everyone behind there backs.

perg's avatar

I really wish I’d tried out some of my university’s social clubs. I might have found out a lot sooner how much I enjoy the outdoors, and would have had people to go with (and gear to rent!). Have a look at what your school offers in the way of organized activities and, if anything piques your curiosity, try it at least once. Don’t worry about finding someone to go with – the groups will help you meet others with the same interests.

mr_universe's avatar

thanks, guys Perg and idler, i’ll join social clubs for sure, instead of trying to join many social networks on facebook, maybe i’ll try to join one in reality :)

Artistree's avatar

Be yourself. Your friends will make themselves known.

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