Starting college and moving away from home is a huge step for most 18 year olds. Many people have never lived away from family let alone going straight to moving in with a complete stranger. Moving in to a college dorm can bring up a lot of emotions but it also can be a very exciting and memorable time. Just like getting used to college classes, living in a dorm is a learning experience. From the realities of sharing a bathroom with multiple people to the joys of taking part in late-night discussions with new friends, you will definitely create memories and learn new things every day. Being a freshman in a dorm room has its perks forsure. You get to meet and live close to a many great people, there's always something to do or someone to talk to, and in most cases you have a lot more independence than you do at home but living in a dorm comes with disadvantages as well. Some of the biggest pros and cons are:
From showering with flip flops on to eating in the cafeteria, many students have a lot of opinions on dorm life. I asked around for quotes on different people's personal experience living in a dorm. The results varied:
Having the opportunity and means to be able to live on campus is definitely a blessing. I would recommend to anyone entering college to have the experience of living in a dorm. The dorm life may not always be glamorous and fun but it is an experience that adds to your story. Here are some websites to help you get started with this transition:
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