Dorm Life

Learn about the ins and outs of dorm life, from packing and dealing with roommates, to survival tips and safety precautions. Beyond academics, dorm life can make the college experience one that you'll never forget, and help you find lifelong friends and create fun college memories. Learn how to make the most of dorm life before you head to campus.

Winning at the Roommate Game Before you move in, read up on how to make a winning roommate combination. Furry Fish and Other Exotic Dorm Pets 'Twas the night before school and all through the house, there wasn't a sound -- not even a mouse. That's because Waylan the red-tail boa constrictor, at the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity house, ate it for dinner... 10 Boxes or Less Have you packed the right things? Did you pack too much? Did you pack enough? Read on for some advice from college students who have been there, packed that. A First-Hand Account of Substance-Free Housing Katherine Hayes recounts her experiences living in substance-free housing at Boston College (Boston, MA). Substance-Free Housing Offers a Safe and Healthy Oasis College is often thought of as a time to experience as many things as possible, including frat parties. These days, with substance abuse on the rise, and intolerance for it rising as well, many campuses are offering substance-free living.