It's hard to find a friend in college

Ever since I have started college I have been alone most of the times, whether it is walking to classes or eating alone. People here(in Virginia) are somewhat like clones because they all dress the same in their ambercrombie, coach, aeropostale clothing and I’m trying to find someone who is just like me in a way, someone who is more different and into different music. Recently I have been hanging out with a bunch of friends(it’s the four of us) and one of the girls that I hang out with always talks to the other two girls and usually I’m the one who is left out of the conversation. And sometimes whenever I’m talking about something no one listens or they just talk about something else. So, that’s why I really want to find someonw who won’t be like that to me. I’m in a new environment that is unlike high school an environment that I am not really equipped with tips. So is there anyone here that can give me some helpful advice??

Answer #1

If you are into a certain type of music could you go to gigs and suchlike? You can meet likeminded people there.

The only tip I really have (this is a common problem) is to join societies and groups within your college. Pick some that interest you already, and some new fun activities (salsa dancing?) which you can have fun doing even if you have never tried before. You don’t have to go back if you hate it. Most people go to these things alone for the first time and build up relationships as the weeks go on.

Also vary where you sit in class and just get chatting to a wider range of people. Trade cell phone number or e-mail address with the person at the end if you find them interesting and just drop them a message occassionaly- maybe even invite them along to a society you want to try so you do not have to walk in the door alone?

Volunteering within the community can also be good. Look up organisations and join them as a volunteer, you will meet people from a range of ages and backgrounds out there volunteering too.

I am sorry to hear about the girl who ignores you. Some people are just like that unfortunately, don’t let her get to you. Stop hanging out with them if you really want to, it is better to not hang around with them and feel bad rather than just be there for the sake of having so called friends.

Answer #2

umm try talking to people, they’re most likely to talk back nicely say like hi im trying to answer this question or something, but talking to people will get you to make friends

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