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Sh*t That Happens In A Dorm

If it hasn't happened already, it will.

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Sh*t That Happens In A Dorm

Anyone who lives in a dorm will understand this, and if you don't then your parents probably tricked you and you're still living at home.

Don't get me wrong. I love my dorm, my friends and memories I've made on my floor, and not to mention I truly lucked out with my roommate. With all the pros, there are also cons- I mean, there have to be, right? Some sh*t specific to Union that has gone down so far includes a power outage, a California-style drought right here in Schenectady (no running water), and toilets acting up and doing their own thing. If you go somewhere else, I'm sure you've had some experiences similar (or maybe not). Narrowing in on my own physical 6 by 13 space, we've been pretty blessed, there haven't been too many incidents yet, but being here for 8 weeks has made me start to notice trends in the room- how stuff works, doesn't work, what is noticeable every day and what is not.

Here are 5 things that I've noticed happen in dorms, or at least, my dorm.

1. It's either really cold, or really hot.

There is literally no in-between. There have been days where I've had to crank the fan up and sleep on top of the covers and days where I consider purchasing a fourth (yes, a fourth) blanket to hide under.

2. You will begin to love your microwave unconditionally.

This is something I didn't think would happen to me, as I never really used a microwave at home, but again I stand corrected. It will give you food, warmth, and maybe even love if you're nice enough to it. What more can a college kid ask for?

3. You'll vacuum, but the dust will never be gone.

Or maybe you won't even vacuum. Either way, it'll be dusty.

4. You'll buy unhealthy food.

Even if you start out by promising yourself you'll never buy junk, you'll quickly end up learning that sometimes you just need to inhale a pint of ice cream before bed (or maybe before your 8 AM- breakfast is important). If you don't buy it for yourself then you end up stealing food or just being a mooch. Not cool.

5. You'll always be sick.

Oh, your doctor once told you that you have a strong immune system? Not anymore! Living with lots of people, lots of bacteria, not enough water, and minimal sleep will put that to the test real fast.

You'll love it, you'll hate it, you'll love to hate it.


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