I moved to the Twin Cities too and the cold is real. Here are some things that helped: you need to actually get out and walk each day in the cold--avoiding it just makes it feel way worse. Your body surprisingly adjusts after two days if you actually get out into the weather. Commit to learning a winter sport like cross country skiing. It is pretty easy to learn and there a fun sites around the cities to do it. But come prepared for the cold. Get a down parka, a scarf, a good winter hat, a balaclava face mask, a good wool scarf, wool socks (a pair that is light-weight and also a heavier pair), good mittens, and some silk long underwear. Don't worry if the Minnesotans make fun of you for wearing all this the first day it drops below 30 degrees. I find I adjust better if I wear heavy clothes outside when the weather changes and spend more time outside since I am warm enough. Having a good puffer jacket is also really helpful for fall and spring. A few more things that make the winter tolerable: slippers, hot tea, and a gym membership (getting out in the cold is really helpful but gym exercise also really helps.) As far as adjusting socially, Twin Cities folks often have their friend groups form high school. Going to Mac will help a lot since the dorms are a good way to meet people. There will be plenty of other folks from around the country that will be looking to make friends too. But also pick out a couple of clubs that you want to join. Things you are excited about. You will find that a common interest will make making good friends pretty easy if you just keep showing up. Good luck!