Tips for me

So I am deciding to where I want to go to college and see where I can fit. Problem is I am really shy and quiet and always was that kid that never talked. College is going to be completely new to me and I want to be better socially and find a good group of friends. I plan on joining intramural basketball even though I am not good at basketball, join some clubs, and hit the gym at the school I will go. Other that that does anyone have suggestions for me to come out of my shell and be less shy? Like what clubs would be great for a shy guy and like what type of roommate should I be paired with?

Hey! In my experience, college is a great time for shy/quiet kids (like me!) to come out of their shell and start over in a totally new environment. No one knows you as the shy kid. First tip - always keep your door open! Especially in the first few weeks, people will be popping their head in to introduce themselves and see if you want to get meals together. For clubs, I really recommend doing what you love. I’m not good at basketball so I would feel horrible and awkward trying to play it and be something I’m not. I love reading, so I joined the book club. Really you’re looking for clubs that make you interact with other people. One of my favorites was something called Challah for Hunger where you sign up for a baking shift to bake bread that then gets sold to raise money for charity. Since the shifts were about 5 people each, it forced me to talk to them and then I’d see them around campus. Obviously you don’t need to join that specific one, but something that is going to ensure you talk to others. Good luck!!!

Yeah I really like basketball and sports so I wants to join an intramural sport at least. I will what clubs that will interest me but ensure me to be more social.