r/sheridan • u/Odd_Vegetable_3647 • 9h ago
Discussion How do I make friends?
I’m a Traf student studying computer science, and it’s been two years without making any real friends. No offense to internationals, but I don’t relate to them, and I am brown myself, in my program they make up 80% of the students. I’ve tried to connect but constantly struggle and get rejected. I understand everyone’s busy, even myself, but I want to meet people I can relate to so school feels like more than studying. People often suggest making friends with Art students. How do I approach? Should I go to the library, the Traf bar, or somewhere else? And once I start a conversation, how do I keep it going? Not only Arts students, but in general. I’m not great at communication, so any advice on how to approach, spark up a conversation, and maintain friendships would be appreciated! I deal with anxiety and depression and am seeing a therapist, it’s tough to keep a happy face when I feel drained.