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Living On-Campus

Living on-campus can sometimes be the highlight of your college experience, but that doesn't mean there won't be speed bumps along the way. Find out more about roommates, hall communities, terms you should know, and the pros and cons of on-campus living.
Organize a Dorm Room -- 5 Easy Rules to Follow
Dorm rooms are small places, and organizing them can be a challenge. Following these five rules for organizing a dorm room, however, can help you make the most of that tiny space.
Should I Be an Resident Adviser (RA)?
Being a resident adviser (RA) in college can be a great job while you're in school. But being an RA also comes with pros and cons that you may not have considered before applying. Learn more about being a college RA and if it's the right fit for you.
Residence Life Lingo
It's hard enough to learn the names of everyone living in your hall (or even on your floor), much less the meanings behind all of the acronyms posted on people's doors. Read this quick tip sheet to help you learn what means what, who is who, and how it all fits together.
Should I Live On or Off Campus?
There are pros and cons of living both on and off campus. Learn more about each, and how to decide which is right for you.
Alternative College Housing Options for When Campus Residence Halls are Closed
Are you a college student who can't -- or doesn't want -- to head home over a major break? Just because the residence halls are closing for an extended period of time doesn't mean you're out of options.
What's a Good On-Campus Job?
Getting an on-campus job is a requirement for many college students. How can you make sure you get a good one?
10 Easy Ways to Meet People in College
Going somewhere, by yourself, where you may or may not know a single person, just might be the bravest thing you've ever done. With so many ways to meet people, though, finding connections is easier than you may think.
15 Tips to Avoid the "Freshman 15"
The infamous "Freshman 15": the rumored fifteen pounds every freshman gains during their first year in college. These fifteen tips, however, provide you with quick and easy ways to make sure you stay healthy as you adjust to eating away from home.
8 Time Management Skills for College Students
Time can quickly become your most precious commodity in college. Learning how to manage and use it wisely may be one of the most useful things you can do for yourself.
15 Ways to Stay Safe While in College
Staying safe at college doesn't have to be complicated. Check out these fifteen easy, quick tips to make sure you, and your stuff, stay safe while you're in school.
Colleges with Gender-Neutral Housing/Roommate Policies
As more students seek colleges and universities that respect and protect LGBT expression and identity, the need for gender-neutral housing has become more prevalent. See which colleges offer gender-neutral housing and roommate options.
Religious Life in College
Staying connected to your religion may be an important part of your college experience. Being far from home doesn't have to mean being disconnected to your religion.
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