Chapter 2 – Dorm Design

You pick up the mail. You’ve received your official dorm room number. In addition, there, in print, is your roommate assignment. Your stomach tightens a little as you sense some anxious pangs accompanied by thoughts like, “This is really going to happen, isn’t it?” It seems almost imaginary now – in just a few weeks or months you will be away at college in new surroundings, new classes, making new friends, and venturing out on your own. The excitement and anxiety may be a little overwhelming when you think about the unknown. No, it won’t be home, but dorm life doesn’t have to be a shock. This practical chapter will help you prepare for dorm life with more ease than you believed possible.
Topics covered in this chapter:
- Shopping for dorm gear
- Dorm furnishings & tips
- Dorm staff
Utilize “The Ultimate Checklist,” the most comprehensive campus checklist available. Click the “Resources & Links” button for more information.
“Dorm life is great your first year; everybody is in the same boat you are.” – Chris, Texas Christian University
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