Hi everyone! I’ve been noticing that most people hang out with their hallmates, and are really good friends with them. I don’t really relate to any of my hallmates at all, so I’m not really in any of their cliques or anything. Thing is, I feel like most people are all content with their hallmate friend groups, and aren’t really looking to make new friends or anything anymore, so I feel a bit lost. I’ve joined a bunch of clubs, but they haven’t really started yet, so I guess we’ll see how that goes. I guess what I’m saying is that I fear that most people have somehow found their best friend group for their next 4 years because they were lucky with housing assignments except me, so if any of you have any words of wisdom, that would be great. Thanks.
This may be hard for you to believe now but many students- heck, people all over- feel like the only outsiders while it seems everyone else is in a group. When my D started BC last year she didn’t seem to know any of the girls in the nearby rooms. It got better for her but still less than what she expected of the college experience. Hope you are feeling okay- keep us updated!
Have you looked into the 48 Hours retreat?
Hey @movielover101! I’m a Freshman too, and I’m honestly right in your same boat. I’ve made a few friends in class, but I haven’t connected with my hallmates. My roommates are chill, but it’s different than a “friend group”, you know?
I wouldn’t stress it too much. Just let stuff naturally happen. Hopefully it’s good to know there’s someone in your same boat.