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Everything You Need to Know about Having a College Roommate

Find answers to all of your college roommate related questions, from how to contact your roommate for the first time to how to handle roommate conflicts.
Making First Contact with Your Roommate
You've been waiting for your roommate's name and contact information for what feels like forever. But now that you have it, you're not sure where to begin. Learn what to do before you make contact, and how to make the most of that first conversation.
Living with a Roommate: 10 Tips for a Good Roommate Relationship
Living with a roommate can be a little challenging for everyone involved, but with these ten tips you can at least make sure you start off on the right foot.
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