<p>Fluor tower is extremely antisocial compared to new north. What are some other ways I can meet people? Im doing IM sports and I know classes, but I need ideas! ALso, I am not in a fraternity this semester so no row parties :(</p>
<p>all I can say is - social clubs. find clubs with activities you like, or might be interested in joining. some cultural orgs are also very active socially… lots of ways to meet people, just step out of your room and see what campus has to offer.</p>
<p>Look for a service project. If you cannot find one that interests you…start one that fills a need. Find others who might wish to join in helping others.</p>
<p>Do you have a spiritual side? SC has over eighty different religious groups. These usually have all sorts of dinners, short trips, cultural events, social events and religious services. </p>
<p>Do you sing or play an instrument? There are choral groups and musical groups that meet for enjoyment. These are not the extremely selective ensembles in the Thornton School of Music.</p>
<p>Check out the service fraternities. These do service projects, but have a social side as well.</p>
<p>If you are a fine student, perhaps you could offer some time to tutor others in a group setting. This could be another way to leave your comfort zone.</p>
<p>Yes, it can be difficult at first to open the door and meet many new people. I think you are not alone in looking to make friends.</p>
<p>My daughter is a freshman in Fluor Tower and has had no trouble meeting people. Are you going to the floor meetings, dorm meetings, events with the professor who lives with his family in Fluor, other Flour events? I suggest you attend every Fluor event until you find a few people you “click” with. </p>
<p>The gym is right across the way and is a good place for casual conversations. My daughter rushed a sorority, meeting hundreds of girls. She has a work study job in an area of her interest and is meeting others with similar interests that way. She also signed up for a 2 unit class that is more about “doing things” rather than sitting in a class room and is meeting people there. Her major has many on and off campus events, which is another way to meet people. Are you following your major, USC, etc. on Twitter? Upcoming events are often tweeted. Also, you can sign up for emails of various events sponsored by your major and USC. How about volunteering to help within your major or looking for an internship, even if you are just freshman?</p>
<p>There are many opportunities to meet new people and make friends, if you are creative and willing to “put yourself out there.” </p>
<p>Good Luck!</p>