social life Archives - Graduatez Graduatez Mon, 24 Jun 2024 06:42:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Guide to Surviving Your First Year in College https://graduatez.com/guide-to-surviving-your-first-year-in-college/ Tue, 25 Jun 2024 08:00:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=3441 For many of us, college represents the first time that we’ll truly be self-reliant, leaving the comfort of our childhood homes as we embark on a personal journey. Of course, academics, health, and our social life are all important, making college quite daunting at first. Here is your guide to making your first year in […]

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]]> For many of us, college represents the first time that we’ll truly be self-reliant, leaving the comfort of our childhood homes as we embark on a personal journey. Of course, academics, health, and our social life are all important, making college quite daunting at first. Here is your guide to making your first year in college a little easier.

Attend Orientation

From broader university orientations for all first-years to specific meetups for students in certain faculties and student tours, make sure to attend each orientation event you are invited to. This will greatly boost your familiarity with your campus while also providing you an opportunity to get acquainted with your classmates.

Walk Around

From your residence to the lecture halls, make sure to explore your campus as much as possible and visit each location more than once. This will help you become familiar with your surroundings. By doing this before the semester starts, you can avoid getting lost once classes begin.

Get Acquainted

Because there are so many students, your lecturers and faculty staff are unlikely to know you personally. Make sure to engage with your student advisors and lecturers in order to become familiar with them. After all, you never know when you may need some help.

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]]> Getting Involved in Campus Activism: A Beginner’s Guide https://graduatez.com/getting-involved-in-campus-activism-a-beginners-guide/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:22:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2714 Eager to make a difference on campus? Well, activism will definitely be your thing. On-campus activism is a truly powerful way to advocate for change and address issues that matter to you on a personal level. Here are four simple ways to kickstart your college activism journey. Find Your Passion First things first: Find the […]

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]]> Eager to make a difference on campus? Well, activism will definitely be your thing. On-campus activism is a truly powerful way to advocate for change and address issues that matter to you on a personal level. Here are four simple ways to kickstart your college activism journey.

Find Your Passion

First things first: Find the issue that really fires you up. Whether it’s environmental concerns, social justice, or human rights, pinpoint the cause that you feel strongly about and go from there.

Join Student Groups

Link up with student activist groups or organizations on campus that share your interests. These groups usually organize events, campaigns, and other advocacy efforts tied to specific causes, making them a great place to start.

Educate Yourself

Dive into the topics that matter most to you. Do some online research and stay informed through articles, discussions, and attending relevant lectures or workshops. You’ll be a pro in no time.

Events and Protests

Time to get real: Show up at rallies, protests, and other events to show your support and raise awareness about important issues. You’ll be able to feel your presence making a real impact in pushing for change.Careful, it can become addictive.

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]]> Why Getting Ready With Friends is the Best Part of a Night Out https://graduatez.com/why-getting-ready-with-friends-is-the-best-part-of-a-night-out/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:03:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2695 Have you and your college friends got a fun event coming up? Maybe there’s a silent disco going on, or someone has invited you all to their party. Whatever the event, make sure you plan to meet your pals beforehand so you can get ready together—this can often be the best part of the evening! […]

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]]> Have you and your college friends got a fun event coming up? Maybe there’s a silent disco going on, or someone has invited you all to their party. Whatever the event, make sure you plan to meet your pals beforehand so you can get ready together—this can often be the best part of the evening! Check out these fun tips to make getting ready with your squad even more enjoyable.

Choose Some Great Tunes

Whether you’re listening to some blast-from-the-past nineties nostalgia or enjoying the freshest tracks, creating a good getting ready playlist is a must. Make sure it’s high energy, as this will help everyone get in the mood for a great night out together.

Prep Some Snacks

Getting ready can take time! Don’t forget to provide some snacks for everyone or ask everyone to bring something along so you can stay fueled in preparation for your night out.

Try It On

When you’re getting ready with friends, you don’t need to be limited to your own wardrobe. Why not suggest that everyone who wants to bring a few extra pieces with them, so you can all try on some different outfit options? This way, you can have a brand new look without any expense, and getting your friends’ feedback and advice on your style is always useful.

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]]> How to Stay in Touch With Friends From Home When You’re Studying Away https://graduatez.com/how-to-stay-in-touch-with-friends-from-home-when-youre-studying-away/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:53:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2693 For many people, moving to college represents the first step into adult independence. Suddenly, you’re no longer living in your family home, but in a dorm with a bunch of strangers. This is a really exciting time, and loads of students enjoy getting to know a whole new friendship group. However, we mustn’t neglect longstanding […]

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]]> For many people, moving to college represents the first step into adult independence. Suddenly, you’re no longer living in your family home, but in a dorm with a bunch of strangers. This is a really exciting time, and loads of students enjoy getting to know a whole new friendship group. However, we mustn’t neglect longstanding friendships with people back home. Check out these simple and fun ways to stay in touch, even when you’re studying away.

Pen Friends

It may sound dated, but writing letters to one or two of your closest pals from back home is a fun and cute way to update each other on your lives. Receiving and sending letters is exciting, given how rare they are these days, and you can personalize your message with illustrations, stickers or even a few photos if you can print them out. The novelty of writing letters means you’re more likely to keep up the habit, rather than relying on the odds WhatsApp message every now and again.

A Photo A Day

If writing letters sounds like it’s going to take up too much time, why not agree to send a photo a day? Whether it’s to one close friend or a WhatsApp group of your besties, sending a snap of your coffee and cake, your study book or the nice view from your dorm window can be a quick and easy way of staying in touch. Even if you’re not exchanging words, a photo a day can help your reunion feel more natural as you will have a sense of what everyone has been up to since you saw each other last.

Voice Notes

No one wants to receive a super long voice note, but leaving one that’s under five minutes gives your friends a chance to hear your voice and your news, at a time that suits them. Phone calls are all well and good, but sometimes coordinating a convenient time for everyone is too much hassle. Why not send your group or best pal a voice note as you walk towards your first lecture of the day, so that you can feel positive about staying in contact even as you enjoy college life?

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]]> 3 Hobbies to Take Up While Studying https://graduatez.com/3-hobbies-to-take-up-while-studying/ Sat, 30 Mar 2024 14:47:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2450 You may think that fitting any hobbies in alongside your studies is almost impossible, but there is plenty of evidence to suggest that those students who can find ways to relax and unwind perform better overall in their exams and coursework. Taking up a hobby doesn’t need to use up more than an hour each […]

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]]> You may think that fitting any hobbies in alongside your studies is almost impossible, but there is plenty of evidence to suggest that those students who can find ways to relax and unwind perform better overall in their exams and coursework. Taking up a hobby doesn’t need to use up more than an hour each week, but it’s a great way to meet others with similar interests, switch off after a long day in the library and widen your experiences and interests. Check out these popular hobbies which can perfectly complement a student’s lifestyle.

Learn An Instrument

Taking up the guitar, drums or piano while you’re at college can be a great way to let off steam and develop your interests in an area not directly connected to your studies. Music is also an ideal way to meet a wide range of people, so why not head to a group class or try one to one lessons to start progressing in your favorite instrument?

Unleash Your Inner Artist

If music doesn’t interest you, why not find another outlet for your creativity? Sketching in pencils, trying the challenge of watercolors or creating bold and bright acrylic works are all fantastic ways to unleash your inner artist. This can also be a fun group activity, why not head to a local art shop and pick up some affordable supplies for you and some friends? You will be surprised at how quickly time goes when you are absorbed in attempting to paint a still life or a landscape.

Baking

You are sure to be the most popular housemate ever if you regularly whip up a fresh batch of cookies or muffins. Baking is a great way to wind down and relax, and you can find your creative side and get to enjoy some seriously delicious sweet treats – what’s not to love?!

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]]> 3 Ways To Meet People Outside of Class https://graduatez.com/3-ways-to-meet-people-outside-of-class/ Fri, 22 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2325 If you’re at college, it’s often easy to meet new people and make friends with others who are studying the same subjects as you. However, it can be nice to branch out and meet a wider range of people from across the student community. Here are three ways to meet a range of people when […]

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]]> If you’re at college, it’s often easy to meet new people and make friends with others who are studying the same subjects as you. However, it can be nice to branch out and meet a wider range of people from across the student community. Here are three ways to meet a range of people when you’re at college.

Join Social Groups

One of the best ways to meet a wider range of people is to find a social group that is focussed around something you enjoy and to check this out. Whether the group is into hiking, bread baking, or choral singing, the important thing is that you will meet people who share your interests and this is always a great basis for friendship.

Try Out For a Team

Whether you love or loathe sports, you’ve got to admit that all of that teamwork is great at building camaraderie and strong friendships. Most colleges will have casual sports groups, alongside the more serious teams, so if you want to try it out it’s a good idea to join one of these.

Volunteer in The Community

Offering some of your time to support others in the community is a great way to step outside of the college bubble and meet new people. Whether it’s doing some community gardening, offering to walk a neighbor’s dogs, or spending time chatting with older people, volunteering can really boost your well-being and sense of connection with others.

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]]> Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Panic if You’re Struggling to Make Friends at College https://graduatez.com/heres-why-you-shouldnt-panic-if-youre-struggling-to-make-friends-at-college/ Tue, 12 Mar 2024 10:08:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2192 For many people just starting out at college, the pressure is on to make some fast friends for life. All around you, it can feel like people are finding their groups, and if you’re starting to feel a little sidelined, panic can set in. However, you don’t need to find your close friends in the […]

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]]> For many people just starting out at college, the pressure is on to make some fast friends for life. All around you, it can feel like people are finding their groups, and if you’re starting to feel a little sidelined, panic can set in. However, you don’t need to find your close friends in the first year of college, and despite appearances, many people don’t. If your social situation is getting you down, check out these hints and tips on how to make meaningful friendships at college that last beyond the first week.

Follow Your Interests

Whether you need to join a college social group focussed around your interests, or check out a local community group which will contain people from outside of the college, sticking with what interests you is a great way to make meaningful, deep friendships. You can bond over your shared interests before moving beyond this into a deeper level of trust as you get to know each other better.

Keep It Broad

Rather than narrowing your focus down to only hang out with one group of people, join in with as many social activities as you can. This will allow you to meet a broad range of people, and it also means that if one person or group cancels, you will have other options lined up. Speaking with a range of people will further hone and develop your social skills, meaning that when it comes to making friends, you will feel confident and relaxed.

Prioritize Friends

Once you have started developing friendships with people you genuinely like and admire, you need to make sure that you are spending enough time with these people to allow your friendships to grow and mature. Cancelling once or twice is fine and sometimes unavoidable, but if you keep bailing on meet ups, the chances are your new friends will start to move on to someone new.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> social life Archives - Graduatez Graduatez Mon, 24 Jun 2024 06:42:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Guide to Surviving Your First Year in College https://graduatez.com/guide-to-surviving-your-first-year-in-college/ Tue, 25 Jun 2024 08:00:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=3441 For many of us, college represents the first time that we’ll truly be self-reliant, leaving the comfort of our childhood homes as we embark on a personal journey. Of course, academics, health, and our social life are all important, making college quite daunting at first. Here is your guide to making your first year in […]

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]]> For many of us, college represents the first time that we’ll truly be self-reliant, leaving the comfort of our childhood homes as we embark on a personal journey. Of course, academics, health, and our social life are all important, making college quite daunting at first. Here is your guide to making your first year in college a little easier.

Attend Orientation

From broader university orientations for all first-years to specific meetups for students in certain faculties and student tours, make sure to attend each orientation event you are invited to. This will greatly boost your familiarity with your campus while also providing you an opportunity to get acquainted with your classmates.

Walk Around

From your residence to the lecture halls, make sure to explore your campus as much as possible and visit each location more than once. This will help you become familiar with your surroundings. By doing this before the semester starts, you can avoid getting lost once classes begin.

Get Acquainted

Because there are so many students, your lecturers and faculty staff are unlikely to know you personally. Make sure to engage with your student advisors and lecturers in order to become familiar with them. After all, you never know when you may need some help.

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]]> Getting Involved in Campus Activism: A Beginner’s Guide https://graduatez.com/getting-involved-in-campus-activism-a-beginners-guide/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:22:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2714 Eager to make a difference on campus? Well, activism will definitely be your thing. On-campus activism is a truly powerful way to advocate for change and address issues that matter to you on a personal level. Here are four simple ways to kickstart your college activism journey. Find Your Passion First things first: Find the […]

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]]> Eager to make a difference on campus? Well, activism will definitely be your thing. On-campus activism is a truly powerful way to advocate for change and address issues that matter to you on a personal level. Here are four simple ways to kickstart your college activism journey.

Find Your Passion

First things first: Find the issue that really fires you up. Whether it’s environmental concerns, social justice, or human rights, pinpoint the cause that you feel strongly about and go from there.

Join Student Groups

Link up with student activist groups or organizations on campus that share your interests. These groups usually organize events, campaigns, and other advocacy efforts tied to specific causes, making them a great place to start.

Educate Yourself

Dive into the topics that matter most to you. Do some online research and stay informed through articles, discussions, and attending relevant lectures or workshops. You’ll be a pro in no time.

Events and Protests

Time to get real: Show up at rallies, protests, and other events to show your support and raise awareness about important issues. You’ll be able to feel your presence making a real impact in pushing for change.Careful, it can become addictive.

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]]> Why Getting Ready With Friends is the Best Part of a Night Out https://graduatez.com/why-getting-ready-with-friends-is-the-best-part-of-a-night-out/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:03:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2695 Have you and your college friends got a fun event coming up? Maybe there’s a silent disco going on, or someone has invited you all to their party. Whatever the event, make sure you plan to meet your pals beforehand so you can get ready together—this can often be the best part of the evening! […]

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]]> Have you and your college friends got a fun event coming up? Maybe there’s a silent disco going on, or someone has invited you all to their party. Whatever the event, make sure you plan to meet your pals beforehand so you can get ready together—this can often be the best part of the evening! Check out these fun tips to make getting ready with your squad even more enjoyable.

Choose Some Great Tunes

Whether you’re listening to some blast-from-the-past nineties nostalgia or enjoying the freshest tracks, creating a good getting ready playlist is a must. Make sure it’s high energy, as this will help everyone get in the mood for a great night out together.

Prep Some Snacks

Getting ready can take time! Don’t forget to provide some snacks for everyone or ask everyone to bring something along so you can stay fueled in preparation for your night out.

Try It On

When you’re getting ready with friends, you don’t need to be limited to your own wardrobe. Why not suggest that everyone who wants to bring a few extra pieces with them, so you can all try on some different outfit options? This way, you can have a brand new look without any expense, and getting your friends’ feedback and advice on your style is always useful.

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]]> How to Stay in Touch With Friends From Home When You’re Studying Away https://graduatez.com/how-to-stay-in-touch-with-friends-from-home-when-youre-studying-away/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:53:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2693 For many people, moving to college represents the first step into adult independence. Suddenly, you’re no longer living in your family home, but in a dorm with a bunch of strangers. This is a really exciting time, and loads of students enjoy getting to know a whole new friendship group. However, we mustn’t neglect longstanding […]

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]]> For many people, moving to college represents the first step into adult independence. Suddenly, you’re no longer living in your family home, but in a dorm with a bunch of strangers. This is a really exciting time, and loads of students enjoy getting to know a whole new friendship group. However, we mustn’t neglect longstanding friendships with people back home. Check out these simple and fun ways to stay in touch, even when you’re studying away.

Pen Friends

It may sound dated, but writing letters to one or two of your closest pals from back home is a fun and cute way to update each other on your lives. Receiving and sending letters is exciting, given how rare they are these days, and you can personalize your message with illustrations, stickers or even a few photos if you can print them out. The novelty of writing letters means you’re more likely to keep up the habit, rather than relying on the odds WhatsApp message every now and again.

A Photo A Day

If writing letters sounds like it’s going to take up too much time, why not agree to send a photo a day? Whether it’s to one close friend or a WhatsApp group of your besties, sending a snap of your coffee and cake, your study book or the nice view from your dorm window can be a quick and easy way of staying in touch. Even if you’re not exchanging words, a photo a day can help your reunion feel more natural as you will have a sense of what everyone has been up to since you saw each other last.

Voice Notes

No one wants to receive a super long voice note, but leaving one that’s under five minutes gives your friends a chance to hear your voice and your news, at a time that suits them. Phone calls are all well and good, but sometimes coordinating a convenient time for everyone is too much hassle. Why not send your group or best pal a voice note as you walk towards your first lecture of the day, so that you can feel positive about staying in contact even as you enjoy college life?

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]]> 3 Hobbies to Take Up While Studying https://graduatez.com/3-hobbies-to-take-up-while-studying/ Sat, 30 Mar 2024 14:47:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2450 You may think that fitting any hobbies in alongside your studies is almost impossible, but there is plenty of evidence to suggest that those students who can find ways to relax and unwind perform better overall in their exams and coursework. Taking up a hobby doesn’t need to use up more than an hour each […]

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]]> You may think that fitting any hobbies in alongside your studies is almost impossible, but there is plenty of evidence to suggest that those students who can find ways to relax and unwind perform better overall in their exams and coursework. Taking up a hobby doesn’t need to use up more than an hour each week, but it’s a great way to meet others with similar interests, switch off after a long day in the library and widen your experiences and interests. Check out these popular hobbies which can perfectly complement a student’s lifestyle.

Learn An Instrument

Taking up the guitar, drums or piano while you’re at college can be a great way to let off steam and develop your interests in an area not directly connected to your studies. Music is also an ideal way to meet a wide range of people, so why not head to a group class or try one to one lessons to start progressing in your favorite instrument?

Unleash Your Inner Artist

If music doesn’t interest you, why not find another outlet for your creativity? Sketching in pencils, trying the challenge of watercolors or creating bold and bright acrylic works are all fantastic ways to unleash your inner artist. This can also be a fun group activity, why not head to a local art shop and pick up some affordable supplies for you and some friends? You will be surprised at how quickly time goes when you are absorbed in attempting to paint a still life or a landscape.

Baking

You are sure to be the most popular housemate ever if you regularly whip up a fresh batch of cookies or muffins. Baking is a great way to wind down and relax, and you can find your creative side and get to enjoy some seriously delicious sweet treats – what’s not to love?!

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]]> 3 Ways To Meet People Outside of Class https://graduatez.com/3-ways-to-meet-people-outside-of-class/ Fri, 22 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2325 If you’re at college, it’s often easy to meet new people and make friends with others who are studying the same subjects as you. However, it can be nice to branch out and meet a wider range of people from across the student community. Here are three ways to meet a range of people when […]

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]]> If you’re at college, it’s often easy to meet new people and make friends with others who are studying the same subjects as you. However, it can be nice to branch out and meet a wider range of people from across the student community. Here are three ways to meet a range of people when you’re at college.

Join Social Groups

One of the best ways to meet a wider range of people is to find a social group that is focussed around something you enjoy and to check this out. Whether the group is into hiking, bread baking, or choral singing, the important thing is that you will meet people who share your interests and this is always a great basis for friendship.

Try Out For a Team

Whether you love or loathe sports, you’ve got to admit that all of that teamwork is great at building camaraderie and strong friendships. Most colleges will have casual sports groups, alongside the more serious teams, so if you want to try it out it’s a good idea to join one of these.

Volunteer in The Community

Offering some of your time to support others in the community is a great way to step outside of the college bubble and meet new people. Whether it’s doing some community gardening, offering to walk a neighbor’s dogs, or spending time chatting with older people, volunteering can really boost your well-being and sense of connection with others.

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]]> Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Panic if You’re Struggling to Make Friends at College https://graduatez.com/heres-why-you-shouldnt-panic-if-youre-struggling-to-make-friends-at-college/ Tue, 12 Mar 2024 10:08:00 +0000 https://graduatez.com/?p=2192 For many people just starting out at college, the pressure is on to make some fast friends for life. All around you, it can feel like people are finding their groups, and if you’re starting to feel a little sidelined, panic can set in. However, you don’t need to find your close friends in the […]

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]]> For many people just starting out at college, the pressure is on to make some fast friends for life. All around you, it can feel like people are finding their groups, and if you’re starting to feel a little sidelined, panic can set in. However, you don’t need to find your close friends in the first year of college, and despite appearances, many people don’t. If your social situation is getting you down, check out these hints and tips on how to make meaningful friendships at college that last beyond the first week.

Follow Your Interests

Whether you need to join a college social group focussed around your interests, or check out a local community group which will contain people from outside of the college, sticking with what interests you is a great way to make meaningful, deep friendships. You can bond over your shared interests before moving beyond this into a deeper level of trust as you get to know each other better.

Keep It Broad

Rather than narrowing your focus down to only hang out with one group of people, join in with as many social activities as you can. This will allow you to meet a broad range of people, and it also means that if one person or group cancels, you will have other options lined up. Speaking with a range of people will further hone and develop your social skills, meaning that when it comes to making friends, you will feel confident and relaxed.

Prioritize Friends

Once you have started developing friendships with people you genuinely like and admire, you need to make sure that you are spending enough time with these people to allow your friendships to grow and mature. Cancelling once or twice is fine and sometimes unavoidable, but if you keep bailing on meet ups, the chances are your new friends will start to move on to someone new.

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