<p>My social life was definitely stronger while on co-op than while in classes. Sure, I had to go to bed early on weeknights, but I had no homework on weekends so I could do whatever I wanted. I much preferred co-op over classes. They do offer some online classes you can take while on co-op, but DON’T DO IT unless your co-op is less than 35 hours a week. That definitely will impact your social life and your ability to participate in student activities while on co-op.</p>
<p>Most of your friends will be people you meet in student activities, so join a few your freshman year and you will have a robust social life almost immediately.</p>
<p>Only once did I go to a big blowout party on an off-campus apartment. Trust me, they’re not all they’re cracked up to be. A bunch of people you don’t know drinking bad-tasting alcohol just to get drunk, loud music, long lines for the bathroom, beer pong splashing everyone, walking home dehydrated and hungover… it’s a waste of time. </p>
<p>The most fun parties are those with a few friends sitting around, playing games, watching a movie, and drinking what they like.</p>