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Living in Co-ed Dorms and Gender-Neutral Housing: What You Need to Know

Explore co-ed dorms and gender-neutral housing in college. Learn pros, cons, and what to expect when sharing living spaces with different genders.

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Director of Communications, Commonwealth School

Making Friends Your First Year of College: Top Do's and Don'ts

Great friends make your first year of college so much more fun. Here are some of the biggest do's and don'ts to help you make connections right away.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, St. Bonaventure University

5 Essential Tips to Ease Anxiety Between New Roommates

It's totally reasonable to feel anxious about living with a new college roommate. Here's some advice for getting to know them and getting along.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, University at Buffalo

Four Simple Ways to Find Alone Time in College

Living with roommates can be overwhelming. Learn practical strategies for finding quiet time alone to recharge your social battery while in college.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, St. Bonaventure University

Four Good Reasons to Be an RA (and Four Reasons Not To)

Is becoming an RA right for you? Explore the top four reasons to pursue a Resident Assistant position and four potential drawbacks to consider before applying.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, Oral Roberts University

A Handy Guide to Surviving Dorm Life

Move in with confidence! Read our guide on surviving dorm life, from getting along with roommates to organizing your small space for a great freshman year.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, Ursuline College

5 Tips for Decorating Your Dorm to Help You Settle in at College

Want to make sure your dorm is a fun and comfortable environment to live in? Trick out your space with these fun ideas that'll make you feel right at home.

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Freelance Writer

Embracing Your College Independence

Some essential tips, from one college student to another, for being more independent in college

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Student, Emerson College

5 Fun Ways to Get Ready for the Holidays as a College Student

It's that time of year again! You may be pining for winter break, but there are plenty of ways to get in the holiday spirit while you're still on campus.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, University of Central Florida

How to Break the Most Common and Problematic Student Habits

Procrastinating, cramming, not exercising, rude roommate behavior—these bad habits don't lead to success in college. Here's how to fix them for good!

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Director of Content, CollegeXpress

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