After I got settled in, I was scared that I wasn't going to make any friends. However, I am happy to say that I've met some amazing people that I am lucky to call my friends today! Here is some short stories of I ended up making friends in different ways. Posting on UOA International Exchange Facebook Page When I first arrived to the Huia Residence, I wanted to go visit the Auckland Domain Wintergardens but I had no one to go with. So what I ended up doing was sending out a post on Facebook asking if anyone wanted to come with me. That is how I met Sam! When we toured the gardens together, we clicked so well and ended becoming great friends afterward! The crazy part is that we've started making plans to the South Island over semester break. Even though I've known her for a week now, I know that I've made a lifelong friend so don't be afraid to post!! Commenting on UOA International Exchange Facebook Page Similarly, don't be afraid to comment on people's post if you want to join them! On the first week, Justin posted if anyone wanted to join in for board game night and little did I know that a lot of people that came were on my floor! After a savage game of monopoly, I ended up becoming quick friends with Justin and Shubhashri and we all ended up going to Devonport days afterward! A friend of a friend is my friend When I went to Devonport with Shubhashri and Justin, Shubhashri invited Rebecca along for the day trip. While I didn't know her at first, we talked a lot with each other and enjoyed our time exploring Mt. Victoria and getting our feet burned on the beach. But point being, be open to meeting new people and enjoy the company! You'll eventually find groups of people that you can easily connect with! Meeting people outside...or in the kitchen! Days before my trip to Devonport, Sam and I went to Tiritiri Matangi Island with Hannah and Iris. I met Hannah the first day I came to New Zealand and Sam and I met Iris during orientation. Despite the chilly day, we explored the bird sanctuary island together and endured a very windy but delicious picnic. Even though we aren't taking the same classes, we still find time to see each other! Also, the kitchen is a good way to make friends (and try foods from other cultures). When I was cooking one day on my floor, I met Sae'ed who was kind enough to teach me how to debone a chicken and make maqluba. Originally, he is from Jordan and was more than happy enough to share his culture with me. To be able to learn more about him and his country opened my eyes since I've had little exposure to Middle East culture. Because of that, we would teach other things about where we came from and hopefully, I'll be able to show him the foods we make here in Hawaii.
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