In class we discussed social behaviors in public such as eye contact and normal responses. I thought I would put this to the test on the way home from class.
Expiriment: Make eye contact with random strangers when walking, on bus, etc.
Subject: Average Looking Male. Tall, brown hair
Where: near Chemistry building
How Long Until He/She Noticed: quickly. We were walking toward each other
Reaction: looked at the ground, looked back, looked at the ground. I probably creeped him out
Subject: Small White Girl, Freshmen?
Where: The bus stop outside of Sbisa Dining hall
How Long Until He/She Noticed: 10 seconds or so
Reaction: Immediately Looked down at the ground. Uneventful. Darn
Subject: Another Average looking male
Where: On the bus ride home, accross the aisle
How Long Until He/She Noticed: 20 seconds ish
Reaction: He just asked me if I needed something. I said no and looked away. This is probably what I would do in his situation.
Subject: Asian Girl - Freshmen?
Where: Also On the bus
How Long Until He/She Noticed: She didnt
Reaction: None. She just kept looking at her phone. I felt weird for staring.
Conclusion - Most people feel uncomfortable with unsolicited eye-contact with strangers. Most will stare at the ground, but some feel the need to ask. This was fun
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