re: Suggestions

I never did dorm living. I moved straight into River Mill.

We found common interests /compromise with the girls across the hall (we'd watch Melrose Place over there and they'd watch Law and Order at our apartment).

Trivia nights. Dancing/bar hopping. Sight seeing / day hikes in the area.

Find new people. Try new things. If something is too awkward, don't go back. But now you know.

I worked my way through college, and had work friends over a lot as well. Restaurants are a great way to meet new people (coworkers and regulars).