Sidewalk Etiquette

When we're walking to class at UT Tyler, I notice that sometimes we notice each other, but don't say one thing.  Not even a little wave. How silly, right? As a senior, I've decided to share some tips with you on how to get to know and talk to people. :)

• Compliment them sincerely. If you like a girl's hair, she probably spent some time on it and would love a quick, "LOVE your hair!" Maybe I'm biased with my pink locks, but it feels good to have your hard work appreciated and admired. 
• Make eye contact and say "HI" when you pass people you know! Even if you don't remember their name, you totally met them at the MET or have Chuck's class with them. Don't pretend like you don't remember them. It makes you look rude, not cool. 
• Ask people you have interest in about themselves! Get to know what you two have in common. You may be surprised that the person next to you is just as close to their grandparents as you are to your own. They may not like watching movies either. You never know, unless you ask. People consistently surprise me. 

If people make you nervous, it is okay. Sometimes, if you find one friend, meeting more is easy! Tonight, Emmy went to a PV thing with her roommates! We have lots of get-togethers on campus all year long, so stay tuned!