Deciding whether or not to transfer... No friends after 1st semester

@ajs28152 I saw your post on the other thread too. There is a really helpful thread on the parent’s forum right now called “advice so that freshman don’t have a rough start”. It’s a “flamed” post, and featured on the CC home page too. Please read through it, because you will see that many students are still struggling, and often continue to struggle though much of their first year. A lot of students also say they don’t really start feeling comfortable until a couple of months or so into second semester. You aren’t alone. I like the advice of the person who said to keep trying activities and clubs until you find your group. There is also a pinned post on this forum about top tips to meet people.

I can tell you that one trick that works is to carry a bag of small candies, like M and Ms, in your bag. When you sit down near people, casually pull out your bag and have a couple, then offer them around. That’s a lot more comfortable for some people than going door to door asking if anyone wants cookies. Also, please meet with your college student life advisor, who might be able to steer you towards some people you might be able to find common ground with. You might find that your college has a multi faith group that is open to all, religious or not, and hosts activities. Those groups are very welcoming. Hang in there, you will find your people.

Fianlly, it takes time to make good friends. Everyone at college is someone you have known for a matter of months. Give yourself time.