{"id":647,"date":"2022-09-26T12:15:48","date_gmt":"2022-09-26T12:15:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/stage\/?p=647"},"modified":"2023-01-16T16:59:51","modified_gmt":"2023-01-16T16:59:51","slug":"how-to-turn-strangers-into-friends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/blogpost\/how-to-turn-strangers-into-friends\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Turn Strangers into Friends"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/stage\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/blog-6-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/blog-6-5.png 1920w, https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/blog-6-5-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/blog-6-5-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/blog-6-5-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/blog-6-5-1536x864.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Ease your nerves and create lifelong bonds by checking out our five practical tips:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#5b0f16\"><strong>Tips to Make Friends on Campus in College&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Several <a href=\"https:\/\/iq.hse.ru\/en\/news\/177668453.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">researches<\/a> reveal that making friends can affect student success and engagement positively. Thus, making friends in college isn\u2019t crucial for your well-being; it\u2019s also essential for your academic development.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Here are five tips to start feeling at home in your dorm and improve your campus housing experience:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#5b0f16\"><strong>Choosing the Right Places&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">If you\u2019re an introvert, you might be wondering where you can strike up conversations. To help you out, we\u2019ve created a list of five places you can meet new people:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\"><li><strong><strong>Campus Events- <\/strong><\/strong>Campus events are the perfect place to make bonds. From music festivals to charity, you can easily find like-minded people to become best friends with&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong><strong>Campus Organizations-<\/strong><\/strong> With so many options available, campus organizations help you find a place where you can polish your skills while expanding your campus network&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong><strong>Classes- <\/strong><\/strong>With how often you have to take classes, it\u2019s natural you\u2019ll make a few friends with people you share labs, courses, or group projects with&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong><strong>Informal Hangouts- <\/strong><\/strong>From parties to dorm tournaments, casual hangouts offer you the perfect opportunity to meet new people<\/li><li><strong>Around Campus- <\/strong>Visit the gym, the student center, the hall, or walk around the campus to strike up conversations with other students&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:20%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/stage\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Copy-of-blog1-35.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Copy-of-blog1-35.png 1920w, https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Copy-of-blog1-35-300x78.png 300w, https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Copy-of-blog1-35-1024x267.png 1024w, https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Copy-of-blog1-35-768x200.png 768w, https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Copy-of-blog1-35-1536x400.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<h4 class=\"has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#5b0f16\"><strong>Ask Open-Ended Questions&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Try asking these open-ended questions as conversation starters and boost student engagement:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Where are you from?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Have you seen any good movies or heard good songs?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">I\u2019m struggling with ______ topic. Can you help me out?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">What is your major? Why did you choose it?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#5b0f16\"><strong>Introduce Yourself to Your Neighbors and Classmates&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">As a student, you\u2019ll either be taking a class or doing projects for a class in your dorm.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">So, use it as the perfect opportunity to make friends. Before your class starts, say hello to your neighbor. With time, you\u2019ll share numbers and cultivate a deep bond.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">In addition, talk to the people in your residence hall and living across your dorm. That way, your hello might turn into a movie marathon!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#5b0f16\"><strong><strong>Do Your Homework in Public Areas<\/strong><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">When you\u2019ve got less homework, grab your copy and sit in a social setting instead of coping in your dorm.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Your campus and library offer the perfect environment for socializing and completing tasks. You can rest assured you\u2019ll find someone to take a well-earned study break.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#5b0f16\"><strong><strong><strong>Take an Interest in People<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Show your interest if you want to make lifelong bonds with people or want them to like you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Ask interesting questions and listen carefully to their answers to increase student engagement among peers. Remember the things people tell you and use them to start conversations later.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#5b0f16\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>The Bottom Line&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Making new friends can be nerve-wracking, but don\u2019t let that stop you from talking to new people.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\">Be social, authentic, and yourself to increase your <a href=\"https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/stage\/\">student success<\/a> rate. You\u2019ll adjust to your new environment and make long-lasting bonds with time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:20%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<style>\n\/* Gold border *\/\nhr.new1 {\n  border: 4px solid #927845;\n}\n<\/style>\n\n\n<hr class=\"new1\">\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light is-repeated\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/oraclerealestategroup.com\/campus-life-advisory\/stage\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Copy-of-blog1-10.png);min-height:300px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow 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