I survived my first semester of college and living in an all girls dorm. Everyone always claims that "living in a dorm is the best time of your life." And they aren't wrong. Over the past couple of months, I learned a lot about living on a hall and sharing a communal bathroom.

1. Shower shoes.

Before i came to college, I thought everyone was just exaggerating when they warned me to wear shower shoes. But they were right. When a bunch of girls are sharing a comm bathroom, it can get pretty gross.

2. Take the stairs during class changes.

With so many floors of girls, you're guaranteed to be late for class if you wait for the elevator. By the time it gets to your floor, it's probably already full and you will just have to wait for the next one to come.

3. Do your laundry at unusual times.

One time I walked into the laundry room and two girls were about to get into a fist fight over the last washer. It's easier to just do your laundry early in the morning or late at night because you wont have to wait in line.

4. Always keep snacks in your room.

The dining hall food is gross. It's nice to be able to come back to your room and have some snacks you actually enjoy.

5. Figure out the best way to study.

Personally, I can't study in my room. I end up taking a nap on my couch or talking to the girls next door. Each person has to be able to find their own way balance school work.

6. You'll find a way to sleep through anything.

Screaming girls, someone singing in the shower, your roommate studying with the light on, the neighbors watching an action movie, your alarm for your 8am class. When you're exhausted from school, you'll probably find a way to sleep through it.

7. Keep it clean

When your room is tiny, one shirt on the ground makes you feel like your whole life is a mess. Keeping it clean helps you have one less stressor in your life.

8. Your roommate might become your best friend.

I'm thankful I have someone to experience college with who is there for me 24/7.