Starting University tomorrow-help!!!

[n2005]

Posted: 9/11/06 at 11:18am

I'm moving to uni tomorrow . I'm 17 and live in the UK. The problem is I've been reading that freshers week is all about partying but I'm too young to get into club/pubs or even the uni bar because my date of birth will be on my student card. I have also noticed from friends etc. that most people are 18-19 when they start. Does anyone have any experience of uni life? Will I be able to find new friends ?? Thanks in advance

[TheHumanTorch]

Posted: 9/11/06 at 8:05pm

where are you going to school? i'm not familiar with the UK...

[duroc]

Posted: 9/11/06 at 8:57pm

you'll definetely make new friends. If not through classes, then just get involved in clubs/student organizations.

[TheHumanTorch]

Posted: 9/11/06 at 9:05pm

yeah i agree, everybody is looking for friends in college... as long as you are open to socialization you'll be fine... as to clubs, i don't know how it works in the UK, but in US cities, in my experience, they are pretty strict with checking ids and age minimums... but don't worry, there will be a time when you can go clubbing!

[JoizeyActor]

Posted: 9/11/06 at 11:12pm

Aw, you call it University! That's so cute. I love the UK.

[forni-kate]

Posted: 9/12/06 at 9:21pm

You realize they call it that in Canada too, right?

[n2005]

Posted: 9/16/06 at 7:38am

Hi. Thanks for the advice. I moved into my dorm and I'm the baby . Lol!!Everyone else is 18/19. So,they went out partying as i thought. I'm planning on joining the drama amd media clubs so I should make friends there.

[duroc]

Posted: 9/16/06 at 10:57am

that's good. Just do the activities once the clubs start and don't be afraid to approach someone new. Remember, well at least w/ the freshmen, no one really knows anyone.