Everyone is welcoming and you get to know each person really quickly- after all you must all have something in common if you go to the same society. In the second semester I joined another society. The Feminist Society, for which I am now president elect.


The commitment was not the only difference in my two societies. Athletics costs me £70 a year where as the Feminist Society is free. They also socialise differently. I know if I want a loud night out in bars and


clubs then the Athletics Social would be best, or if I want a night with quiet discussion then the Feminist Society meetings are what I need.


Having two societies has broadened my friendship group. You can never have enough friends at university as there is no guarantee you’ll like the people you live with or who are on your course. You may also find you like to socialise in different ways at different times. Societies are one of the best ways you can learn


about yourself in a safe and friendly environment.


As there are so many different societies and clubs, there is no reason to not find something that suits your price range and free time. If there’s absolutely nothing that appeals to you then the university’s Students Union may even help you to set up your own society. One thing is for sure, I have never regretted joining the societies I did and I can’t wait to see what next year will bring.


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