Activities like these, where people come together a few times to learn something new or work on a skill they'd like to develop, can be a great place to meet other students, as well as a way to build confidence. It is also common to meet new people during your second, third, fourth, and maybe fifth years of college. You'll be in different classes and you might live in another residence hall. What happens in your first year doesn't usually dictate what happens during the next three or four. Patience can certainly be a virtue when it comes to forming meaningful relationships.
Some schools attract different types of students.
What appealed to you as a high school senior may not meet your needs now. Alice has known a few people who were much happier in their second year at new schools. Think about what you want out of your college experience.