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The Dorm Life category focuses on experiences related to living in dormitories or residence halls on campus. It covers topics like dealing with roommates, understanding and following dorm rules, and adjusting to living away from home for the first time. Furthermore, this category offers tips on managing shared spaces, decorating dorm rooms, dealing with common issues that arise in dorms, and building a sense of community within the dorm. It helps students make their dorm a comfortable, enjoyable, and productive space during their college journey.

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The Best Top 50 Questions To Ask Potential College Roommates

Dorm Life

Before College

10 min read • Sep 10, 2023


Choosing a roommate for college is a significant decision that can greatly impact your overall experience. After all, you'll be sharing a living space with this person for an extended period of time, so it's crucial to find someone compatible with your lifestyle and values. To ensure a harmonious living situation, it's important to ask potential college roommates the right questions before making a commitment.
Blake Mischley

Blake Mischley

College Packing List 2023: 10 Dorm Room Essentials For Freshmen

Dorm Life

Campus Living

4 min read • Aug 9, 2023


Moving into your very own space (with a roommate) is an exciting milestone and often core memories for your college experience. The excitement is overwhelming! You’ll be on your own, meeting new people and enduring new experiences. The hardest part of it is figuring out what you need for your dorm, and you’ve probably Googled “dorm essentials” a couple times already.
Sadikshya Shrestha

Sadikshya Shrestha

Top 5 Tips On How To Deal With Roommate Conflicts

Dorm Life

Campus Living

5 min read • Jul 26, 2023


Living with other individuals may be a fun experience that results in shared memories and new connections. However, when people with various lifestyles and habits live together in the same area, issues could arise. Maintaining a calm and happy living environment depends on how well these conflicts are handled.
Sadikshya Shrestha

Sadikshya Shrestha

What Makes (And How To Be) A Good College Roommate

Dorm Life

Before College

4 min read • Jul 13, 2023


Choosing the right college roommate is more than just picking a friend, it's about finding someone who respects your space, aligns with your lifestyle, and is willing to compromise. But how do you navigate this process to ensure you have a harmonious living situation?
Blake Mischley

Blake Mischley

8 Things Freshmen Forget To Bring to College

Dorm Life

Before College

4 min read • Feb 12, 2023


Moving into your freshman dorm is an exciting rite of passage but forgetting essential items can dampen the experience. Among the commonly overlooked items are shower shoes, extra lighting, a first aid kit, an umbrella, formal clothing, a laundry basket, a fan, and extra storage solutions. Remember, preparing well sets the tone for your transition into college life, so pack smart and embrace the new journey ahead.
Blake Mischley

Blake Mischley

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