Freshers' Week 2016: 8 University life hacks
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. 3) Find a cheap supermarket When following your horde of harem pant-clad freshers to the closest Sainsbury’s, bear in mind that the system of student loans is well understood by the higher-ups in retail. University is often talked about as the most amazing period of one’s life, but when your expectations meet the reality of independence, you can quickly become disillusioned. 8) Expect the exodus of most of your ‘friends’ Most people going to university will feel anxious at first Because almost everyone feels like this, most people are at first entirely open to being your friend regardless of your character or background. You’ll be left with a core group of people you actually like, and then it’s your decision whether to continue making stilted conversation with your pseudo-mates or start an intense campaign of polite avoidance.
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