Knowledge is a good thing....look into when the college is holding events. Mine use to have Fine Arts night...it was when a guest performer would show his work or perform. These events usually had a 'reception' that was open to the public (students too). They usually had free food and drink.

Also get to know the people who run the campus 'snack shack'. When they close at night, they have to throw out all the food that didn't get sold...Just before they did that they would usually ask anyone within earshot if they would like...some slices of pizza, fries...etc.

Someone on the forum said that you should get to know the people in whatever department you would be studying in...get to know the secretaries too.....they can be the most valuable people to know...I had many times when the "boss" said no but somehow it 'magically' happened. All because I was known by the secretary and didn't treat them like garbage (like some students did). Remember to treat the maintenence staff with respect too....I managed a few things only because I knew the staff and wasn't disrespectful.