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“It’s very nice to see them in person first.” Economics freshman Jason Lyu founded the group and stressed the importance of creating such a social avenue for students.

The “Get Unsingle” night marked the organization’s first offline event and was an opportunity to meet face-to-face amid card games and pool.

Biochemistry freshman Son Le said the event was particularly helpful because it distinguished itself as an alternative to online dating apps.

Jim Laturnus said he found he had a lot in common with all of the women he visited."I had nothing to lose, really," he said of his choice to come to the event. "A sense of humor is the best thing to have to keep going through life," she said.

Gajeski said in the future, the Senior Center may organize a similar event for women only so they can meet new friends.