Right after i grad. from high school, i took only 3 months for myself, went on a trip to japan. quiet my job, and lazyed around my home doing almost nothing.
Sept. 1 i went to basic training (the u.s Air force baby)
oct 31 i grad.
Dec 20 i grad from tech school
(i grad like 3 times this year!)
Now im here in South Dekota living in a dorm room and working 9-10 hours a day.
I hve almost nothing and i barely know how too cook XD or how to shop for food to last more then a few days
Alone with all of this. IM from Arizona. im used to 120 degress not this
-16 weather all day thing. All my faimly live back in arizona so its kinda lonely.
ANY hints to newb fresh out of the nest?

All I can think to say is branch out and meet new people. It can be very lonely, as you already may know, in a new place and even frightening. Getting to know the people near you could result in them giving you more info on the area you live in, things to do, maybe even where to get good deals on food, etc. If you haven't already, research the area online. As far as the weather/temperature goes, just wear layers, lol. Layers can be warmer than throwing on just a jacket. I didn't know that until I took a health/nutrition class in college...Of course, if you and your family are on good terms, it wouldn't hurt to keep in contact with them too. Vent to them or just tell them about what you're doing, how you're feeling. It could help get it off your chest at least...That's really all I can think to tell you. May not be that helpful, lol, but I wish you the best :)

Thanks jenna ^^
Yeaa. i learned that the hard way in i had to walk to work during 45 mile winds XDthanks goodness for long undies XD

Try to find people through your interests. Lots of people where I live (Alabama) have half their social lives in church. Others go to clubs, like Anime club or Knitting club. Use your interests to your advatage. Talk to your neighbors, if they are freindly. Ask about the weather and good things to do around town. Don't be afraid to talk to people. Advice from the Army Brat who has moved many times.

Edit: Congrats on all your Graduations!

There is not too much I can offer you here I am a junior college student not a Uni student. My best friend would be better at this. But I do suggest doing the very thing I have been to shy but even in junior college need to do; make an effort to meet people. Join campus clubs, say hi and chat with people in your classes. Even get to know your roommate even since the systems work to put compatible people together it must be possible to get along with them. Or that is how my best friend's college worked but like I said I am not a uni person myself so hers is all I know.

But definitely try to make friends. You'll need them because at a uni they are all you'll have.

South Dakota would be a bit much for me to live, do you live in a big city or rural area? I don't know anyone out that way. I'm planning on moving to the United Kingdom next January if my finances are in order.