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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]You really need to think about the social fit aspect of this and if you’re on the fence, don’t ED. UVA is intense socially when it comes to alcohol consumption as others have mentioned and that extends far beyond Greek life. If your kid isn’t ready for this, you might want to consider W&M or VT for ED. W&M is a little less intense socially and VT is more of a big happy family. There are exceptions, but UVA is intense and your kid will have to navigate that to find their sea turtles within a sea of sharks. [/quote]

Eh, quit being so dramatic. I went to UVA. I've never had a drop of alcohol in my life. I don't party. I was pretty hermit-like, actually. I loved my experience at UVA. I had a few close friends and a boyfriend for a time. I have great memories of taking long walks (alone) around the beautiful campus. I loved the corner and all the shops and lunch places. There was this joint called Cafe Euro where I would sit for hours reading my book, having lunch, drinking tea, by myself. I joined a church and felt connected there. I had great relationships with my teachers. I'd bring a blanket and sit on the lawn and read. It wasn't "intense" socially for me in any way. On my walks I'd see the frat houses but never gave them much thought. I never attended a football game or any other sporting event in my four years at the school. I don't enjoy those things. I have only awesome memories of life at UVA.[/quote]

Being a hermit isn’t typically considered healthy. I’m glad it worked out for you but maybe you should ask why there weren’t more people like you there. Maybe that’s because UVa attracts red meant eating extroverts for the most part. Also, I’m not sure that the current generation would be happy being alone as you described. Kids need to go where they will find their social fit, not a place where they’re alone for four years. Geez [/quote]

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