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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This is why a lot of guys join fraternities. Rush probably over now, but he could try in spring. The thing to do now is find rankings and target the lower houses, if he’s shy and mellow. People have an image of what fraternities are, but in reality there is a whole range of them.

There are also professional fraternities, but at DS’s school they are much more competitive. But you can also absolutely join both. [/quote]

both of these are very true +1. I'm the one that posted about my DS who rushed and was absolutely 1000% not a frat guy but there were several houses that are not really about that experience, and he found his fit and loves it. The professional fraternities are absolutely also another great option, and club sports.   Some clubs are more socuial than others and it's still early, so their events may not be in high gear yet but will pick up. He just has to keep trying.

On intramurals, I think that the kids can maybe sign up onto a team that has open spots. He cannot wait to be asked, he has to be proactive and just sign up. He should talk to his RA about it.

Getting a job on campus is a great idea. My DD is outgoing but she has made so many friends at work that she walks around campus and says hi to tons of people just going from class to class (she often calls me during those walks so I hear it).

Honestly though, all of this discussion about eating alone, this is college. No one cares if you eat alone, in fact, if you're sitting alone, you may just find someone who recognizes you sits down next to you.  Both of my kids have had this expreience. It's not middle school, no one is judging you for being alone at meals.[/quote]

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