As Children, we typically stay planted in the same area and attend the same school till graduation. The years give plenty of opportunities to participate and develop social interactions. Peer relationships are important for the …show more content…
It’s hard to have a huge social life when you’re commuting because it’s hard to make new friends and meet new people when you don’t live with them. Commuting means that you're missing out on the college experience. Commuters don't have the chance to feel independence for the first time or meet new roommates, who might become your new best friends. They also miss out on a lot of parties or the random get-together's in the communal areas of the dorms. Students on campus also can gain new cultural experiences from meeting people from all over the world. It’s easy to feel disconnected from college when most of the time is spent in a