A Bachelor's degree program is the four-year, traditional college experience that has pervaded popular culture. Many high school students look forward to entering their Bachelor's degree program so that they can join a Greek organization, enjoy an active college social life, and often indulge in the use of alcohol. Of course, many students do not drink. These students often worry that they will not fit in at college or that they will miss out on crucial college experiences. Of course, this is completely untrue. There are many ways to have a great time in college without drinking.
Whether it is due to being underage or because of your personal beliefs, it is perfectly acceptable not to drink in college. Many other students share your beliefs and choose to abstain from alcohol use as they work towards their college degree. Unfortunately, some of your peers may think differently, however. College culture in the United States too often revolves around alcohol use. It can be difficult for students to stand up for their personal beliefs by saying no to alcohol during college.
One of the biggest steps you can take as a non-drinker is to pick a college that supports your beliefs. You may not have been aware that some colleges and universities throughout the United States are "dry," meaning that they do not permit the use of alcohol on campus. In some cases, this is due to the religious beliefs of the organization that founded the college. Many students who choose to earn their Bachelor's degree from a "dry" college do so because they share this value. You'll find plenty of like-minded friends and alternative forms of fun on a "dry" campus.
If your college allows the use of alcohol on campus, that doesn't mean that every student chooses to make alcohol the center of all fun and recreation. Many colleges have organizations or clubs for students who choose not to drink. Joining this club will allow you to meet others with your same values, as well as to attend club-hosted parties that don't include alcohol.
Most colleges have plenty of fun activities where students can get involved and socialize without drinking. Joining a sports team, student club or organization, or participating in college-sponsored trips and outings are all great ways to have a rewarding social experience that does not revolve around alcohol.
Just because you don't drink doesn't mean you can't participate in social events where alcohol is served. If you feel pressured to drink at a party, simply pour your soft drink into an unidentifiable cup. No one will know you're not drinking.
Standing up for what you believe in is important, but you should practice being graceful about it. You don't have to explain your reasons for choosing not to consume alcohol, but being prepared with a casual statement about why you are making this choice may help others to accept this and stop pressuring you to drink.
You'll likely find that many of your friends in college will drink, but you don't have to give in to peer pressure. Also, for half of your Bachelor's degree, you will be underage. A university degree should not revolve around alcohol and parties. There are ways of having fun in college without drinking if you keep an open mind and encourage others to do the same.
Whether it is due to being underage or because of your personal beliefs, it is perfectly acceptable not to drink in college. Many other students share your beliefs and choose to abstain from alcohol use as they work towards their college degree. Unfortunately, some of your peers may think differently, however. College culture in the United States too often revolves around alcohol use. It can be difficult for students to stand up for their personal beliefs by saying no to alcohol during college.
One of the biggest steps you can take as a non-drinker is to pick a college that supports your beliefs. You may not have been aware that some colleges and universities throughout the United States are "dry," meaning that they do not permit the use of alcohol on campus. In some cases, this is due to the religious beliefs of the organization that founded the college. Many students who choose to earn their Bachelor's degree from a "dry" college do so because they share this value. You'll find plenty of like-minded friends and alternative forms of fun on a "dry" campus.
If your college allows the use of alcohol on campus, that doesn't mean that every student chooses to make alcohol the center of all fun and recreation. Many colleges have organizations or clubs for students who choose not to drink. Joining this club will allow you to meet others with your same values, as well as to attend club-hosted parties that don't include alcohol.
Most colleges have plenty of fun activities where students can get involved and socialize without drinking. Joining a sports team, student club or organization, or participating in college-sponsored trips and outings are all great ways to have a rewarding social experience that does not revolve around alcohol.
Just because you don't drink doesn't mean you can't participate in social events where alcohol is served. If you feel pressured to drink at a party, simply pour your soft drink into an unidentifiable cup. No one will know you're not drinking.
Standing up for what you believe in is important, but you should practice being graceful about it. You don't have to explain your reasons for choosing not to consume alcohol, but being prepared with a casual statement about why you are making this choice may help others to accept this and stop pressuring you to drink.
You'll likely find that many of your friends in college will drink, but you don't have to give in to peer pressure. Also, for half of your Bachelor's degree, you will be underage. A university degree should not revolve around alcohol and parties. There are ways of having fun in college without drinking if you keep an open mind and encourage others to do the same.