Nov

05

Tip Tuesday: Housing

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Yo,

I have been living in the residence halls for over half a semester already. Time really does fly when you’re having fun! Before I came to college I had heard so many horror stories about the abominable conditions of college dorms. Lemme tell you folks, my specific residence floor is the bomb.com ascetically speaking. Stanley Hall has a great main lounge equipped with a grand piano, where students can play to their heart’s desire. The bathrooms on the 10th floor are newly renovated and resemble pods, almost like your own personal bathroom. My room is also quite large, and I literally have TWO closets, and for a clothes horse like myself that is a major coup.

While aesthetically speaking my floor is great, I found myself to be a bit disappointed at my living arrangements. The day I moved in I was surprised to find out that I was on the Reach floor. For those of you not familiar with Reach, it is a college program for cognitively challenged young adults. The unconventionality of my floor actually bummed me out for a bit. While all the girls were sweet, I felt as though my floor was a disservice. All my other friends were becoming fast friends with their floor mates… going to parties and hanging out, and I really couldn’t see myself doing that on the regular with the girls on my floor.  I have soon come to realize that my floor is quiet, which is great for studying, and all the girls are respectful of each other. In time, I’ve even made friends with some of the Reach girls! While my floor is unconventional, I know I am better equipped than others to handle it. Instead of becoming defeated at my uncommon living arrangements, it has made me a better person. Someone who no longer judges others and is able to roll with the punches, someone who doesn’t get bent out of shape.

Tip 1:  Research where you’re living so that when you arrive, no huge curveballs are hurled your way. College is scary enough, don’t make it scarier by coming unprepared.

Tip 2: APPLY EARLY. I submitted my application somewhat late in the season and as a result, did not get my first or second choice residence hall.

Tip 3: RELAX. If you are unhappy with your living arrangements, there’s always an opportunity to switch either your dorm, roommate, room, or all of the above. Just be patient and it will all work out.

Have a great Tuesday, everyone!

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