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Schools have numerous clubs, besides Greek life; become a
part of something that you love, whether it is dancing, chess,
photography, Zumba. Check around; there just might be a group
for it – official or unofficial!
Join the student-run social media groups of your
program and school. A lot of opportunities are
posted here, besides free and discount events,
you could post asking for help with something
or even if you want to do a fun photoshoot or
discuss a book/film.
Ask for help – most people love to talk about what they know
and what they like, so go on and ask about recommendations
and about stuff that only someone who’s lived in the place
would know.
Find out what local activity is popular in the neighborhood.
Apple-picking? Get a basket. Horse-riding? Ride…actually
maybe hold back on that unless you’re actually learning how to
ride a horse.
There are websites that post about events –
both free and ticketed, that occur in the city and
allow you to sign up for them. One such website is
www.eventbrite.com.
And, while there is an almost sub-conscious tendency to form
relationships with people of your own nationality, remember to
socialize with everyone, especially considering you might not
get the opportunity to get to know other cultures so closely in
your hometown.
You’ve already gotten out of your comfort zone
by coming here, now just jump over the puddles!