Q&A with Alec McNees

Alec McNees joined a fraternity at the beginning of his freshman year, but later decided greek life was not for him. But he had no problem finding friends in his dorm.

MAJOR: Business with a French minor
HOMETOWN: Naperville, Ill.
DORM: Foster

Q: How would you describe your freshman year?

A: The school part was difficult, but other than that, it was awesome. I’m excited to get out of the dorms, but at the same time, it was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had.

Q: Did you rush?

A: I pledged a fraternity for a few months, but found out it wasn’t for me. After I depledged, I found myself with a lot more free time and time to experience all IU had to offer and meet a lot more people.

Q: Why did you like it so much?

A: I grew so close to everyone on my dorm floor. It wasn’t that Foster was particularly better than any dorm, I just gave it a chance.

Q: How did you meet people?

A: You’ve just got to make an effort. Go out there, ask anybody any question. They’re all there for the same thing. Everyone here is pretty much in the same boat as you. It’s all about going out and making an effort, and trying to extend yourself to people.

Q: What’s something you wish you would have known before freshman year?

A: I wish I would have gotten more involved my freshman year, and gone to more sporting events, because you can definitely meet people there.