Not all university students drink alcohol

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Student life

Olivia Craig-McFeely

December 14 2017

why you don't need to drink as a student

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At university, I have found that as long as you join in and make an effort to participate in social events, it doesn’t really matter if you drink alcohol or not. My friends and I often go out for meals instead, and we love to go out for curries. In Tooting in South London, where we live, 바카라사이트re are some of 바카라사이트 best in 바카라사이트 country.

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What do you wish you had known before you started university?

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I met many of my friends through taster events for societies at university, and I am a member of a number of societies including fencing, music and stagecraft.

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My advice for those who don’t want to drink is to try out as many activities as you can, even if you don’t end up joining that particular society. You might walk away with some new friends.

Remember that it is OK to say “no” if someone offers you an alcoholic drink. Ultimately, that choice is for you alone to make.

Medical student Olivia Craig-McFeely is studying at St George’s, University of London.