small talk with however - person sitting next to in class, people in elevator with, cafeteria and cleaning staff. ask neighbors in dorms if they wanna hang sometime. just make the effort to start little convos

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i try small talk but people just ignore me later…

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Look at someone who has something that calls your attention. A pin in their book bag, a book they’re reading, a band tee they’re wearing and talk about that. Or join a club and meet people with similar interests as you. If it’s the right person and y’all are on the same vibe you’ll click with the person. If not, try again with someone new

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just walk up to ppl and talk

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Go to events! If there’s something hosted specifically for first years or transfers, you’ll find a lot of people in the same boat as you. I’m really socially anxious myself but just striking up a conversation with someone nearby about something cool they’re wearing or whatever’s going on has really helped

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“hey what’s your name?”

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Joining a club or team also helps, forces you to interact with other people who have a shared interest.

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find a social butterfly/extrovert and they will introduce you to everyone they know

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You got to be friendly to make friends!

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