FACT: 20% of college students don't drink alcohol.
Are you one of them, or do you want to be? Take heart! ❤️ Having fun and remaining sober are not mutually exclusive!
1. Join A Club
There are lots of clubs you can join on campus, and you can be assured that the focus won't be on alcohol.
Here's a sampling of club categories from a small liberal arts college in the Northeastern U.S. This one small school has more than 70 clubs!
Academic
Leadership
Club Sports
Performance
Service
Cultural
Media
Political
The Arts
Religious
If you don't find a club you like, your school will probably let you start a new one!
2. Visit The City
Chances are your college sponsors weekend outings to nearby cities for activities like:
Scenic tours
Foodie events
Museums
Festivals
Concerts
Theatre
Ball games
On-your-own adventures
Check with your Student Services office to see what's available.
3. Host An Alcohol-Free Gathering
Take things into your own hands and invite people over for:
Brunch
Watch party
Barbecue
Dinner
Game night
Pot-luck dinner
Serve non-alcoholic beverages and perhaps test out your cooking skills to (hopefully) wow your guests with great food!
Not sure how to cook? Check out some dorm-friendly cooking ideas.
Quiz
Jo wants to stay sober but it's difficult with all the parties on campus. What could they do instead?
4. Volunteer For A Good Cause
You can gain deep satisfaction by volunteering for causes you care about.
Check with your college or the town/city website to learn about service opportunities.
Big Brother/Big Sister
Foodbank volunteer
Environmental causes
Habitat for Humanity
Holiday gift drive
Leading campus tours for prospective students
Take Action
Participating in these activities will help you find a friend group that has similar values and interests. Soon you'll be surrounded by like-minded people who support your decision to remain sober.
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