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[quote=Anonymous]My son had a very similar experience as a freshman last year.  We thought let's give it until Thanksgiving, then let's give it until Christmas.  It really wasn't until spring of freshman year that things started to fall into place.  He felt nervous on weekends when he did not have plans.  He did join a sports club but that doesn't always translate to weekend plans.  He kept reaching out to new people, asking if they wanted to grab lunch or dinner.  Sometimes he would get together with someone once, and nothing more would come of it.  This is a new skill for college freshmen -- they must learn to put themselves out there.  Making friends takes time and you cannot rush it.  It's that simple, but it does not mean it's easy.  It can be tough and your child may wonder if they are at the right school.  The nice thing is that your son can meet people in his classes and in the spring semester, it's all new classes and an opportunity to meet new people again, unlike high school where you are stuck with the same bunch.  I would tell him it's OK to feel uncomfortable when you are in a new situation -- you are growing mentally, physically, and emotionally.  [/quote]

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