<p>"I think that is a shallow way of enjoying life"</p>
<p>you only say that because no one invites you to parties.</p>
<p>Senor boombox, your comment just showed how "shallow" you are.</p>
<p>Anyway...</p>
<p>Yeah I have been told that the party scene is not as exaggerated as it is depicted in the media, etc. I was looking at some of the social groups at some of my colleges, and there is so much to do that I enjoy.</p>
<p>Hide in dark libraries and read obscure books (that's what I do when I'm not in the mood ..)
Or do artsy stuff - even as an engineer you can find interesting things and a bit of culture has never hurt anyone.</p>
<p>"Going out" doesn't necessary mean dancing/partying - meeting friends and discussing life in pubs is quite popular with my friends..</p>
<p>Or you could fill up on so many classes that you don't have time to think about your next meal let alone a social life. That could be fun. Right?</p>
<p>I don't agree with drinking - period. How boring of a person must you be to have to be drunk to have some fun? And even if drinking is fun, is it worth the health risks?</p>
<p>^ There is a difference between drinking and getting drunk. At parties I usually have 1-2 beers, tops. That's not drunk and doesn't come with any health risks...wine is actually good for you in moderation, btw. </p>
<p>Optimist - I think you should try parties in college at least once or twice. I wasn't big on parties in high school either, but have gone to a lot more in college. it helps me meet people because i don't dorm and it's harder. I met my boyfriend at a party too. and calling people shallow for partying makes no sense...everyone has fun in different ways. I don't call people who sit in their rooms alone and play Wow "shallow" for shunning human interaction. try to be openminded in college.</p>
<p>I am open-minded. Its just that I have never agreed with drinking or smoking. I know that lots of people DO party in college and that its probably the largest form of entertainment for many students. I just wanted to know what other fun things I can do besides drinking.</p>
<p>I am not calling people who party as being shallow. I am saying that I should not just be limited to partying (drinking, smoking, other stuff) as a form of entertainment. Getting drunk does not equal "fun" for me.</p>
<p>Well, you did state earlier you think it's shallow...glad to see you have changed your mind since then. Once again, you don't have to be drunk to have fun at parties...I barely drink and manage to have fun, and i've been to plenty of parties where i haven't had any alchohol. </p>
<p>Here's my advice - don't go to a small LAC in the middle of nowhere - that increases the incentive to drink/party. Go to a medium/large school where it's more diverse, and in a location where there's plenty to do - there are so many things to do at NYU, for example. We're in Manhattan, there's shows, museums, sports, concerts, restaurants, tons of free/cheap events, sightseeing, etc. hang out with people who share your tastes and you'll find plenty to do.</p>
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Senor boombox, your comment just showed how "shallow" you are.</p>
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<p>it's ironic that you're calling me shallow as you judge me by one post. i'm deeper than you will ever be, babe. partying and superficiality aren't related by the way.</p>
<p>you're the most shallow poster in this thread because you judge partiers and parties themselves without even attempting to experience one. what defines a shallow person? judgemental and close minded (two things you happen to be.)</p>
<p>Senor Boombox, all your threads have been full of rude comments and generalizations. I hate to say this, really, but you are just a dick.</p>
<p>I have been to a couple of parties before (never drank/smoked there though) and I saw how messed up people can become. I saw a kid break a beer bottle in the kitchen and then punch the wall. I really do not consider that to be fun, though I am sure others do. I don't have a problem with people who party as long as I am not there. I just made this thread to find out what other activities I can engage myself in once I go to college.</p>