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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UIC chapter.

1. Posting on Social Media

Resist the urge to Snapchat a picture of them or post about the date. This a premature period where things can go right or wrong.  For example: First date with Sam, are we cute or what?

2. Gossiping

This is a big turn-off and shows that you are a drama queen. Save this for a conversation with your best friend later and talk about general topics. For example: My best friend caught her boyfriend cheating on her and now she is going to confront the girl.

3. Politics

This a general no-no when interacting with new people.  This topic does not define who a person is but can end the date before there is a chance for it to begin. For example: Did you see the GOP debate last night? Honestly, I thought Trump’s points were very valid, what are your feelings?

 

4. Asking who he is texting

Even though it is rude for him to be texting on a date, do not ask who it is. The circumstances or who he is texting are unknown to you, and asking can win you the label of clinger. For example: Sooooo, who ya texting?

5. Asking Interview Questions

This is a time for you to get to know them, but not in a structured sense. An interrogation is not needed and can make your date feel uncomfortable and confused. For example: What is your GPA?

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Sally Ndir is a junior studying Biological Sciences at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She enjoys eating out, shopping in the city, and fashion.
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Erin is a Communication student at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the President and Editor-in-Chief of UIC's Her Campus chapter. On a daily basis, she can be found making excessive film references and getting overly emotional about superhero TV shows. She has a deep passion for writing, movies, music, good books, and great food, and will gladly talk your ear off about all of the above if prompted to do so.