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Buying a space heater to combat the cold may be your first thought, but this is a slippery slope. It’s only worth considering if your college campus allows it, but keep in mind they’re often strictly forbidden due to safety issues involved.
Electric Blankets
Electric blankets have become a huge hit in recent years, and buying one can help you make it through the winter. Heating wires placed inside the fabric will help you stay warm and cozy when temperatures hit a new low.
Proper Bedding
Even if you don’t have an electric blanket, any warm blanket will do, and you should even consider using several layers. It’s also a good idea to switch up your bedding, opting for flannel sheets for extra warmth.
Proper Clothing
The way you dress in your dorm makes all the difference. Wear your warmest clothes when it’s super-cold outside, even several layers if necessary.
Block Cold Air
You should also consider blocking the cold air from coming in if your dorm is constantly cold. Check your windows and try to seal them if you notice there are cracks letting the cold air in.
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]]>Communication is Key
If you have roommates, then it’s vital to build a positive relationship with them to ensure that you keep the peace. While setting ground rules is vital, so too is compromise, whereby you accommodate one another on occasion when necessary.
Ensure Good Sleep
While dorm rooms are often small with little freedom for creativity, the one thing you do have control over is the state of your bed. Make sure that you sleep on a comfortable and supportive mattress and that your bedsheets are smooth and don’t scratch you.
Schedule Some Alone Time
While getting along with your roommates is important, it’s also healthy to get some time apart so you don’t get on each other’s nerves. Make sure to schedule alone time in the dorm room when your roommates are out and, alternatively, spend some time outside when they’re home.
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The space you have at your disposal will be pretty limited when you live in a college dorm, and buying a big blender with countless different settings is not an option. Opt for a small and convenient model that doesn’t take up too much room and can easily be transported.
Noise
You won’t want to make too much noise in your dorm room, but this is pretty much a mission impossible when you have a blender. Try to purchase a model that makes minimal noise so you wouldn’t disturb your dormmate and neighbors every time you make a morning smoothie.
Versatility
Versatility is also crucial when you’re buying a blender as a college student. You’ll want to use it for a wide variety of different dishes, so make sure to opt for a blender with enough power so it could crash nuts and ice and not just fruits and veggies.
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]]>A Beanbag Chair
With minimal space in your room, you’ll probably still want to have some seating in your room when you host your friends and perhaps even a significant other. A beanbag chair is light, compact, and easy to move, not to mention comfortable.
(@cosycosyhome)Desk Chair With Wheels
Chances are that when you’re not in the library, you’ll be studying in your dorm room. Naturally, you’ll need a sturdy desk chair to keep you comfortable and support your posture for hours. Make sure to buy one with wheels so that you can easily move around as you’re sorting through books and papers.
Ottoman Cube
In addition to being compact and comfortable, the right Ottoman can also make for a handy storage space. Given how small dorms usually are, this extra storage space can be highly useful. You may even have room for multiple Ottomans if you plan on entertaining a whole group of your friends.
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]]>Be Friendly But Not Too Friendly
Making friends and enjoying a bubbly social life is an effective way to get over feelings of homesickness. After all, loneliness is often the first thing that affects new college students as they leave home. Still, when living in a co-ed dorm, there may be plenty of parties and new people who you may find yourself getting attracted to. If you do search for romance, make sure you do it for the right reasons as you don’t want to ruin the atmosphere if things go south.
Know Your Limits
As a young adult, drinking is a pastime that you may come into contact with. You may also be of legal age to partake. While there’s no rule against prohibiting yourself from enjoying such activities entirely, make sure that you know your limits as you don’t want to take things overboard, letting your studies and health suffer as a result.
Join Some Social Clubs
What’s great about college is that many sports and social clubs are catering to almost every taste. For this reason, it’s a good idea to enroll in some clubs. After all, this will enable you to meet like-minded individuals and potentially make new friends.
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]]>Small & Simple
The space you have at your disposal will be pretty limited when you live in a college dorm, and buying a big blender with countless different settings is not an option. Opt for a small and convenient model that doesn’t take up too much room and can easily be transported.
Noise
You won’t want to make too much noise in your dorm room, but this is pretty much a mission impossible when you have a blender. Try to purchase a model that makes minimal noise so you wouldn’t disturb your dormmate and neighbors every time you make a morning smoothie.
Versatility
Versatility is also crucial when you’re buying a blender as a college student. You’ll want to use it for a wide variety of different dishes, so make sure to opt for a blender with enough power so it could crash nuts and ice and not just fruits and veggies.
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