[twinstars]

If you respond by saying "I like to party," even if it's TRUE, you miss out on the chance to say something more interesting, unique, memorable, and impressive. I think the basic assumption is that all PNM's "like to party" until proven otherwise. This kind of a question gives you a chance to talk about unique or unusual hobbies and interests that will set you apart from the rest of the pack. Talk about something you're passionate about, be it running, reading, fashion, your studies, travel, whatever. You can say you like hanging out with friends, but you need to come across as a stable, mature person, not as some party kid whose life revolves around that scene.

I, for one, would be sort of unimpressed by a PNM who told me she "likes to party." I myself "like to party," and my sorority could be considered a sort of "party sorority," but I don't think that's really a rush-appropriate topic for a PNM to bring up. There's plenty of stuff I do for fun that doesn't make for polite rush conversation.

If you are a sociable girl who likes to have a good time, that will come across in your personality without you explicitly saying so.