I joined a small fraternity (or student association as they are called in the Netherlands) relatively late in my course. If I regret anything, it is not joining

I joined a small fraternity (or student association as they are called in the Netherlands) relatively late in my course. If I regret anything, it is not joining earlier. It is great fun, and there is a lot in terms of social skills, working in groups, and fulfilling roles, that you will learn along the way. Don't worry about making a fool of yourself, because as long as you do it with a smile (and say sorry where due), people will like you for it :-) Drinking before you do this will also help :-) And about making your pick: I'd go for a smaller one (~ 200 members), that you feel at home at. The people there will most likely be more diverse and welcoming. I went through a (moderate) hazing, and even that is not too bad, as long as you remember that it is a game, and that it will only last for a specific amount of time. Running away is the only mistake you can make.