Quoting Post Archived Topic: It will not be bumped to the top of the forum. Topic campus clubs--HELP Membername   Not a member? Sign Up Free (takes 20 seconds) Password   Forgotten your password? Post Font: Verdana Arial Black Georgia Comic Sans Impact   Size: Tiny Normal Big Huge   Color: Default Dark Red Red Orange Brown Green Olive Cyan Blue Dark Blue Indigo Black [ Check Spelling ] [ Post Preview ] [ LiveTags ] Quote: from Anonymous at 5:41 pm on July 9, 2007[quote]my college is located in a not so great area, it's in the city, so it's not the safest place. my parents are being really strict about it-- i can't wear shorts or tank tops, etc, things like that. it really isn't a great place, there have been cases of attacks and rape, robbery, etc. it's not a bad school, just a bad area. the thing is there are lots of activities i want to join that happen at night, 9/10 ish but they won't let me allow because of the time. i'm not even allowed to hang out with friends in their apartments or dorms because of the location. what can i do to convince them it's ok and i'll be safe? help help help. i live at home, it's not an option to move out so don't tell me to live outside. thanks[/quote] FAQ Keyword Search: Post Options Favorites Manager Notify me of new replies to this topic by email Notify me of new replies to this topic by private message Original Post Anonymous Posted at 5:41 pm on July 9, 2007 my college is located in a not so great area, it's in the city, so it's not the safest place. my parents are being really strict about it-- i can't wear shorts or tank tops, etc, things like that. it really isn't a great place, there have been cases of attacks and rape, robbery, etc. it's not a bad school, just a bad area. the thing is there are lots of activities i want to join that happen at night, 9/10 ish but they won't let me allow because of the time. i'm not even allowed to hang out with friends in their apartments or dorms because of the location. what can i do to convince them it's ok and i'll be safe? help help help. i live at home, it's not an option to move out so don't tell me to live outside. thanks

Replies dreamweaver Posted at 2:44 am on July 14, 2007 Get a cell phone and some good friends to hang out with.  Introduce them to your parents and let your parents get to know them.  Show your parents that your friends are trustworthy and will help you out when you're in a tough spot. your poison Posted at 11:05 pm on July 9, 2007 Quote: from ckM at 8:42 pm on July 9, 2007 hire the secret service. :D i second that. ckM Posted at 5:42 pm on July 9, 2007 hire the secret service. :D All 3 previous replies displayed.