The best place to start would be the introduction to your Seminar group: these are people who you will be close to during your course so take the time to get to know them: talk about interests, backgrounds, the course\u2026whatever you can think of. Remember that, at University, there will be a range of people from many walks of life, and also they\u2019ll probably be just as nervous as you are about the course so you definitely won\u2019t be the only one feeling anxious!!<\/p>\n Join A Society<\/strong><\/p>\n Also consider joining a Society: here at SUBU, we have many different societies available, and at Fresher\u2019s Fair you can get a taste of all of them. Disney, Harry Potter, Sports, Video Gaming\u2026there\u2019s something for everyone \u2013 and with your interests in common with society members, socialising will be easy. But what if you can\u2019t find a group you want? No problem \u2013 you can make it yourself with the help of SUBU! With their help you can round up some similarly-minded people to form your new Society. Also consider the outings SUBU arranges every so often \u2013 nights out, and even walks in the countryside, can help introduce you to new people.<\/p>\n Make Friends in Student Accommodation<\/strong><\/p>\n If you\u2019re considering student accommodation, also take the time to get to know the other people around you \u2013 again, you\u2019ll be sharing a mutual environment so make the most of this scenario and get to know who you\u2019ll be living with. Also, keep in mind that leaving home and having to look after an accommodation can be stressful for some, so do help each other out \u2013 it makes University life far less stressful if you can get along with your roommates.<\/p>\n Stay In Touch with Old Friends<\/strong><\/p>\n Moving out can be tricky, though \u2013 it will be tough to leave your old friends and have to start making new ones. Don\u2019t let this get you down, though \u2013 with social media, text messages, and Facetime calls, it\u2019s never been easier to keep in touch with your old friends and make new ones at the same time. Simply drop them a message if you’re feeling lonely or want to give them the latest about your studies.<\/p>\n This is also very useful for maintaining friendships while in our current state of lockdown \u2013 never underestimate the power of a simple \u201cHow are you doing lately?\u201d Living during this crisis is not easy for anyone, so do remember that some people are struggling a lot and would definitely appreciate friendship to help them get through.<\/p>\n Just remember that you are not alone \u2013 everyone feels nervous at some points when it comes to making new friends. Even for sociable people it’s not exactly easy. Remember that, and most importantly, be kind to others! 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