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How to Make Friends When Studying Abroad

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Updated On:Sep 15,2023 10:48 AM IST

Going abroad for education is an exciting time for students, as it is the very time that they will be staying independently and seeing new cultures and ways of living.

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Going abroad for education is an exciting time for students, as it is the very time that they will be staying independently and seeing new cultures and ways of living. This exposure can profoundly affect the student's professional and personal outlook on life. But, a significant problem which one might face after relocating to a foreign country is the lack of people they can call friends. This factor can lead to loneliness and demotivation amongst the international contingent of students.

To tackle this predicament, we have for you some excellent tips which will make finding new friends a breeze for anyone going overseas for their education:

Join a local gym
Going to a gym is an excellent way to meet new people, as there can be a lot of training breaks while exercising, which serves as a fantastic opportunity for people to socialize with each other. Most regular people at the gym can easily spot someone who is new and will readily come over to introduce themselves. Also, many gyms have social events, which is a must-attend for anyone looking to expand their social circles.

Host a dinner
Create an event on Facebook or any popular social media platform to invite people to a dinner party hosting. It is a great way to interact with people in the same boat as you. Organizing an event or a dinner also helps you showcase your cooking skills and prowess as a party planner.

Join a club
Get yourself associated with a club that provides extracurricular and fun activities to its members, such as culinary classes, language lessons, craft classes, and hiking trips. Another option for students is to get involved in a local sports club that introduces them to people who share similar interests. Sports clubs are always on the lookout for new players and host social events, which allow you to get to know new people.

Be outgoing
Try to spend most of your time exploring the outdoors, as the best part of studying abroad is working with students from other countries and walks of life. When you are assigned group projects, try to work with local students rather than international students, as it will help you make new friends for life.

Social media
Use social media platforms to reach out to new people and form new associations. Using social media will also allow you to know what others are up to, and it will also make you aware of the latest events around you.

Volunteer
If you have ample free time on your hands, then one should seriously consider volunteering as it will help you work towards something you believe in while at the same time it will help you build up your credibility. While volunteering, you will also get to meet several like-minded people and feel great about yourself.

Be adventurous
As you Study abroad in a new university, you will gather new experiences. At the same time, it also allows you to meet new people and make friends for life so, while there try to be adventurous and try out new things to get new experiences which you will remember for life.

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