It’s common to feel lonely sometimes when you are studying abroad. In order to make the best out of your stay, why not meet more foreign friends, expand your social circle and chill out with friends during your leisure time! You never know, maybe some of these people you meet will become your lifelong friends.
Here are a few tips from me on how to meet new friends when you have just arrived at a new place:
1. Join some interest group
If you have some particular interests/hobbies, e.g. sport, movie, music…etc., you can join some interest class or group. Get to know some people who share similar interests and do something that both of you enjoy together!
2. SMILE 🙂
Sometimes, a little smile will bring you a new friend! Even though we are from different backgrounds and ethnicity, a smile can represent friendliness and reduce the barrier between you and your new friends!
3. Join different activities
Pay attention to different activities organized on the campus or outside the campus. Join different activities like visiting some nearby cities or countries together and increase the chance of meeting new friends!
4. Say YES!
Especially for the first week, if there is anyone inviting you to join some activities or parties, you have to say YES! Get to know the people first, and see who you can get along well with. After the first week, everyone already has their own circle of friends, so it will be harder to get into the others!
Share in the comment below if you have more tips!