For the first time, its my second semester and I'm 19. I'm kinda nervous and I dont know what to expect. Any tips?
2006-12-18 03:36:51 · 5 answers · asked by queenbee0687 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I just moved into a dorm the first semester, only I was just 15. I go to a boarding high school in LA, and it was pretty scary. Not only are you worried about how difficult your courseload may be, but you haven't the slightest idea of who the person is you'll be living with. If you do get to choose your roomie though, don't choose your best friend. That is one of the stupidest things to do and you'll end up hating each other. If you end up with someone totally intolerable, you can request to change roomates, but depending on the school, you may be able to do that only once a semester or so. If you don't like them, stay out of the dorm until it's time to go to bed. Make up ground rules. You know, no clothes lying around everywhere, this is my private place, don't dig in my refrigerator, etc. I'm sure you'll get along great. Even if you're not the best of friends with your roomie, I'm sure they'll at least act civilly towards you.
Having a roomie around isn't all that bad anyways. I'm a junior and mine is a senior, so I always ask for help in classes I'm having trouble with. It's one of those you-scratch-my-back-I'll-scratch-yours type scenarios. Another thing, there's always something going on in res life. Make friends with the staff, they can be really cool people.
Hope this helps
2006-12-18 04:23:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
While I may agree with what Rod Rod said, that is only one answer and one experience. Initially it will be overwhelming living with so many people all at once, especially when they have already had the chance to form bonds since the beginning of the school year. Do your best to integrate into the activities in your res to meet as many people as possible, these are people that you will be friends with for a long time to come. Should you be living with a room mate, make sure that there are some ground rules regarding your personal space and his or her personal space. That said, don't be a completely anal retentive about everything, try and be relaxed towards your roomie, for all you know the two of you could end up being really great friends. All in all, have fun in res and do your absolute best to stay out of the 'high school' drama because I can guarantee you there will be alot of it.
2006-12-18 03:51:33 · answer #2 · answered by dano 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If possible, try and pick your own roomie. When I moved in, I knew nobody there and got paired with the Cookie Monster. He had meals everywhere except for the table that was designated to eat at. He also picked up clothes from the floor one day a week, which was Friday when he took them to Mom to wash. Spend as much time out of your room as possible. Study at the Student Union or Library. Use your dorm for sleeping and getting dressed.
2006-12-18 03:40:55 · answer #3 · answered by Rod Rod Go 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Relax, while it will be awkward at first remember there are always people there to make sure you're adjusting. If the department of Residential Life is anygood your Resident Assistant (RA) will be of much comfort during your first days. After you've adjusted you will probably become less of a fan of ResLife, hehe but that's life. Use the resources the school provides, programs put on by your RA or clubs and organizations, get involved on campus it's a great way to meet people.
2006-12-18 05:16:32 · answer #4 · answered by NamGem 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try to get along well with your roommate .Keep smiling ,tell yourself , ''Don't get nervous ! everything will be OK , I can do it !''
Hope it will give you some couragement .Good luck ! Trust yourself ,you can do it !
2006-12-18 03:49:12 · answer #5 · answered by happyangelxh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋