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The 10 Types Of People You Meet In College

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The 10 Types Of People You Meet In College

When you first move to college, you're bombarded with information and new responsibilities, not to mention thousands of new people coming from all different backgrounds.

A simple walk from your dorm to the cafeteria includes approximately 48 flyers from organizations, ranging in interests from the Line Dancing Club to the Black Student Union to the new Pokemon Go! Crew.

After your first few weeks you start to realize there are certain types of people you meet that can be generally categorized by 10 simple cliched groups...

*Please note the satirical tone present throughout the article as a whole*

1. The Frat Star.

Decked out in either boat shoes and pastel polos or nike slip on sandals and basketball shorts, you'll spot the Frat Star advertising his letters and upcoming events while searching out the incoming freshman to convince to rush "The BEST Fraternity EVER!".

2. The girl who models... For Instagram.

There's nothing wrong with modeling or instagram, but let's call a spade a spade and be honest here. Your shoot in all Brandy Melville clothing "candidly" laughing against some wall in the city was taken on the iPhone of your bff (she should really consider photography though, angles on fleek). It's a cute pic and we ain't hating on your posts- we just wish you wouldn't pretend you were the next Kendall Jenner, that's all.

3. The person who never goes to class yet still seems to pass.

Remember that cute boy that came to class the first week and never showed up again? Well he's here now, on the last day of class taking the final... As much as you're wondering how he wasn't dropped, you're more curious what his number is and if he's free tonight. Here's your chance girl, go get 'em tiger!

4. The person that never misses a class.

You may not go to class every time you're supposed to, but you can always count on that one kid who is there everyday 15 minutes early just to have a studious conversation with the professor. By the way- can I see your notes from last week?

5. The GDI who still seems to know everyone.

They may not be affiliated but you can hit them with that "What's up tonight" text and get a response within .02 seconds containing three different addresses for the night. Aside from the party scene, walking together through campus in between classes can be such an adventure considering you'll have to stop about every 8 steps to watch this social butterfly say hi to one of their "A 1 Day 1" homies, making you almost late to your 2pm class.

6. The momma's boy.

Let me clarify, this isn't your regular momma's boy that calls his mom every night to say goodnight. This is the advanced and highly developed momma's boy that still drives home every weekend to get his laundry done (I mean, moms are pretty good at folding though, right?) and snag some home cooked meals and leftovers. As much as we make fun of this kid, we aren't complaining when we sit there eating their moms world famous chocolate chip cookies.

7. The Sports Crew

A group completed by not only the student athletes, but also including the sports groupies who you can spot at every game. You can always see these athletes with their green and orange Gatorade water bottles and school t-shirt on during the season. Once their off season hits though... Those house parties are LIT! Go big or go home, am I right?

8. The one who is over-involved

The question of "What'd you do today?" gets a three page response- including an introduction and conclusion- as they begin to describe how they managed to divide their time between student government, class, lunch meetings, glee club, and a school-hosted movie night. We love these people and all their devotion, but it would be nice to just have a calm bonfire night without having to hear about their opinions on how to increase involvement on campus.

9. The girl that is sorority AF

Dressed in sparkles, flower print letters, high waisted shorts, and strappy gladiator sandals that says she has to go fight Sparta at noon, the sorority girl can be easier to spot. Usually travels in a clan with fellow sorority sisters of three or more, the sorority girl exudes confidence and seems to be able to spark conversation with just about anyone. Although their energy is high for sorority life and they tend to get a lot of flack, we know they are more than their stereotype.

10. The one who you think you understand, but surprises you with something new every time you talk

You can never really understand who this person is at heart, slowly but surely learning more about them whether it be a conversation with red solo cups in your hands at a party, or passing by after classes. Just when you think you have a clear read on this person, they open up and tell you something new about themselves that totally changes your perspective.


But in all honesty, all of these people are kind of like that. No one fits to any one stereotype, as everyone has a story. It's easy to judge and joke about what you see surface level of everybody, but that's not all they have to offer. Everyone is growing and developing their true selves, especially in college as we all face new lifestyles and opinions on our own. As easy as it is to judge, it's important to keep an open mind and appreciate all the differences from all the types of people we encounter throughout our collegiate careers.


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