Tips for meeting people in college?
Live in the dorms! The friends I made my first semester living in the dorm are still the friends I have today in graduate school. I suggest co-ed dorms too if your school has them. Take some smaller classes. If you're at a large university this will be difficult as a freshman, but try to squeeze in a round table seminar, an honors course, something with 15-20 people. Find out if there are any interactive/field work courses that interest you where you spend time OUTSIDE the classroom. You'll have more time to get to know people. If you are of a faith group, or are interested in learning more, attend meetings of religious organizations (Campus Crusade for Christ) is a good one. They are very freshmen friendly and the people there are generally interested in getting to know you and they plan special mixer events, and so on. Or look into the college programs of local churches. Find other campus clubs/groups that meet your interest and attend a meetings to see what the atmosphere is like. And with any club/group, don't just go to the main meetings. Step out of your comfort zone and attend outings, retreats, etc. That's how you really get to know people. Look for big university-wide events the first few weeks of school. Remember, everyone is in the same boat as you. I thought I would be awkward at meeting new people and I missed out on opportunities. But meeting new people is sometimes awkward, and that's okay. Because, like I said, you're not the only one looking to make friends.
How do I meet girls on a college campus during the summer?
In the US, most large public state universities are in “college towns". These cities are relatively small when school is not in session and often swell in size when the football team plays a home game in the fall. Let's assume that you are on campus for the summer to go to school. Classes are always a great place to meet people, especially when you realize that while you may not be attracted or compatible with them, they have friends or social circles that you have not been included in.Most students are on scheme without summer school and use the summers to get valuable professional experience and earn some money. Look for a job that compliments your class schedule and will expand your bank account. A pleasant benefit may be expanding your social circle of potential dates. Look for a conference in your field to attend, or to spend some of your summer coin to visit classmates that are working in a location that you want to visit.The unwritten part of the question is that possibly there is no one “serious" during the school year that you are dating. Summer flings are not uncommon on college campuses for just the same reasons that you mentioned(no place to meet/no one to meet).While I have been married too long to provide dating tips to any single person, I will venture to say that the best investment is in yourself. Spend time doing the things that you enjoy and look for people who share that passion. The other thing to note that if this has been your strategy all along and it has left you alone, figure out what to change about yourself to attract a wider dating pool. Working out to get “healthy" is different than getting ready for the beach. Changing from glasses to contacts and improving any of the basic hygiene routines or clothing selections should not be done to attract someone, but to take care of yourself. Many a student has returned from summer a “new" person, use your summer to do the same. Don't start what you can't finish, and if you avoided the local dating scene in your college town, note that some of the locals may actually go away for school and returned home for the summer. I hope this helps.Good luck!
Which are the good halls/dorms at UNR for meeting new people and getting the full college experience?
I haven't gone to UNR yet, (Still only a sophomore in high school) but I do plan on going there, and both of my parents are Alumni. From what I've gathered from friends who have gone and my parents, your main choices are going to be Argentina or Nye. Argentina is the newest. It has rooms with 2-3 people, and private bathrooms in each room. However, it is also the more expensive. I don't know anyone who has stayed there yet, since it's the hardest to get into because it receives the most applications. (Probably because of the bathrooms) Nye Hall is where both of my parents went. Rooms with 2 people, and a LOT cheaper. If you don't mind the public bathrooms, I would say this would be a good choice. Both my parents have told me tons of fun stories from Nye. Apparently no one ever keeps there doors shut, and it's a very friendly environment. But also a noisy, party one too I assume. I would suggest to look at more peoples experiences at either hall, and check the UNR website about housing. http://www.reslife.unr.edu/default.asp There is a lot of great information on there about what to expect. I would try to just look around more and ask questions. Hope I helped out. :)
What's better online college or campus life?
I got my bachelors degree at an actual campus. But I got my masters degree all online. So I've experienced both, and here's what I have to say... Actually going to campus and being at the school is a wonderful experience. It's great for learning about how to live on your own away from your parents. You're totally immersed in a new experience, and you meet all new people. It's a great thing, and you learn a lot about yourself, and it's fun on top of everything. That being said, campus life isn't for everyone. Getting an online degree is also awesome. It takes a lot of discipline and time management. You really have to teach yourself most of the material. If you're dedicated and you know you don't NEED face to face learning, then an online degree can be a great decision. I know I liked it a lot because it allowed me to have a job at the same time, and still have time to have a social life. If you're good at juggling a hectic schedule, and you don't procrastinate, you should go for it. Hope that helps.