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This new architecture school attracts students not only from Ticino and the rest of Switzerland but also from Italy and many other countries. In 1989 a competition for the design of a student residence was held among the lecturers at the Academia, but for a location that later had to be abandoned. Nevertheless, it still proved possible to pursue this project because a suitable site was found in the generously laid-out park of the canton institute of social psychiatry. The design follows clear classical principles of composition and recalls what Ticino architecture was like in the 1970s and 1980s, at a time when the idea of the type began to play a central role in architectural thought. One could be reminded of the traditional buildings with access decks, such as the blocks of housing around the canals in Milan. But everything that in these working class ghettos seems picturesquely dingy is here transformed into generously sized spaces filled with light.

The outer facades have infill openings made according to the rooms behind them, they seem anonymous and allow us no intimation of the surprising space between the two blocks that gives the project its identity but only becomes visible when one is standing directly in front of the buildings. Like in a theatre the rhythm of the decks and the railings frames the "stage" leading up the slope with its wonderfully cared-for grass meadow and the sculpture by artist Chiara Dynys. The approach to the apartments becomes a beautifully sensuous experience. As we climb the slope first of all the green meadow lies in front of us, then the precisely framed image of the park filled with light beyond the shaded cone that leads without interruption from the courtyard to beyond it, where the two symmetrical building volumes are connected by a narrow landscaped terrace.

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Indian Institute of Management – India

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This building is from the 1960’s. The architect of these buildings conceived the design as a blend of austerity and majesty.

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33 Statusy Things to Bring to College, According to 22 Students From 19 Schools

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College students and recent graduates recommend 33 cool things to decorate your dorm room and have on campus, including string lights, art for a gallery wall, stylish milk crates for storage, nonschool hoodies, a mini-fridge, backpacks, and more.

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During our primary education, the end of summer means gathering basic supplies: pencils, paper, backpacks, and the like, without much need for extensive shopping. But heading off to university for the first time presents an entirely new step in back-to-school prep: getting ready to move into a college dorm.

In a new place far from the familiar, feeling at home can be difficult, but with a few soft pillows, personal photographs, and fairy lights, most students manage to make it work.

However, there is another class of collegiates who get to take "feeling at home" to the next level thanks to their schools' beautifully-designed buildings and incredible architecture. Here's how some of the dorm design-elite are transforming the face of university housing and creating new, innovative spaces on campus.

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12 of the most incredible dorms from around the world

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During our primary education, the end of summer means gathering basic supplies: pencils, paper, backpacks, and the like, without much need for extensive shopping. But heading off to university for the first time presents an entirely new step in back-to-school prep: getting ready to move into a college dorm.

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Copenhagen, Denmark
Easily the most iconic dormitory in the world, Tietgen Student Hall (or, in Dutch, Tietgenkollegiet) will put any standard brick dormitory to shame. Comprised of 360 rooms, each of which come with floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the outer side of the structure, the large circular building is a refuge for natural light. Though certainly tiny (the one bedroom units only measure around 300 square feet , the view unquestionably makes up for the lack of space.

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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - As the social media manager for an international bicycle manufacturer, Haley Gustafson needs to measure the effectiveness of her advertising campaigns for her company's brands.

Through her master's degree from Penn State, she is certified in Google Analytics, a service that measures web traffic, and can better leverage the data to inform decision-making at her company.

"I had basic knowledge - I was not an expert," she said. "In one of the courses, you go through the Google Analytics suite and you get a certificate. Now I feel a lot more confident and empowered using it in my job."

Gustafson is one of the first graduates to receive a Master of Professional Studies in Strategic Communications, which Penn State offers online through Penn State World Campus. The program will graduate 10 students during the University's summer virtual commencement on Saturday, Aug. 15.

The 30-credit program launched in 2018, with courses developed and taught by the faculty from the Penn State Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications.

"Our faculty brought decades of professional and academic experience to the development of the program's course content," said Michelle Baker, the director of online programs in strategic communications for the Bellisario College of Communications. "Students can feel confident that they are learning the most up-to-date information related to designing, implementing, and analyzing the efficacy of strategic communications campaigns."

A highlight of this professional master's program is the inclusion of digital media analytics, which focuses on the collection, analysis, and utilization of digital media audience data.

"All of the things that we've learned throughout my courses I get to apply to my job every day," said Gustafson, of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. "I needed a program that allowed me to work full-time and also apply what I was learning in school to what I was doing every day. That's one of the things that attracted me to the program."

Marcus Rauhut, of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, is another one of the 10 graduates. He works in digital marketing for a nonprofit health system in central Pennsylvania.

"About two years ago I just started looking at my career and asking myself what is next," Rauhut said. "In order to get to what is next, I needed a master's degree."

Rauhut said an online degree was the right fit for him because of his full-time job and family.

He said he was particularly interested in digital media ethics and analytics, and like Gustafson, he was able to apply his course work to his job.

"This degree has given me more confidence, and it's allowed me to take on greater responsibility and take more initiative in this organization," he said.

The program has more than 60 students who come from a variety of sectors, such as health care, higher education, K-12 education, the food industry, and more.

Baker said the program builds on the academic and professional experiences its students have, and it aims to provide them with the theoretical foundation to implement strategic communications campaigns and initiatives. Students also learn the skills to determine if those initiatives were successful.

She said the online master's degree is different from the Bellisario College of Communications' other graduate options because it is a professional program rather than a research-based program.

"The College has taken the professional purpose that it serves at the undergraduate level and broadened it to the graduate level so communications practitioners who are early- or mid-career can gain the knowledge they need to advance in their careers," Baker said.

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During our primary education, the end of summer means gathering basic supplies: pencils, paper, backpacks, and the like, without much need for extensive shopping. But heading off to university for the first time presents an entirely new step in back-to-school prep: getting ready to move into a college dorm.

In a new place far from the familiar, feeling at home can be difficult, but with a few soft pillows, personal photographs, and fairy lights, most students manage to make it work.

However, there is another class of collegiates who get to take "feeling at home" to the next level thanks to their schools' beautifully-designed buildings and incredible architecture. Here's how some of the dorm design-elite are transforming the face of university housing and creating new, innovative spaces on campus.

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12 of the most incredible dorms from around the world

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During our primary education, the end of summer means gathering basic supplies: pencils, paper, backpacks, and the like, without much need for extensive shopping. But heading off to university for the first time presents an entirely new step in back-to-school prep: getting ready to move into a college dorm.

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Denmark is known for providing its people with a high standard of living, and students living at the Tietgenkollegiat in Copenhagen are no exception. Each room features a large sliding glass door that goes onto a balcony.

The rooms also feature double beds, ample storage, and big bathrooms.

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The Campagneplein Dormitory at University Twente – The Netherlands

These are two-student dormitories. They are courtyard buildings in the forest including a high-rise with a climbing wall. They are a functional mix of housing, study and leisure.

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It is on the edge of Ljubljana city center near the river bank. This gives it a picturesque outlook to this unique building.

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Camplus Turro – Italy

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Here there are several amenities, modern structure and beautiful Mediterranean surroundings.

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Tietgen Dormitory – Denmark

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The concept of this building was the realization of ‘the dormitory of the future’ through a clear and visionary architectural idea. I believed they managed to make their goal a reality.

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Back-to-school season is officially upon us. With more dorm-approved decor readily available now more than ever (think, removable wallpaper, tiered storage trolleys, and stylish floating shelves), tweaking your tiny, temporary space to work for you is finally a feasible undertaking. Okay, so, you might not be able to change the fact that your cinder block walls are squashing your gallery dreams or that your twin bed isn't as "XL" as you'd imagined, but that's no reason to lose hope. As you begin to deck out your new space, it's only natural to feel curious about how other students are living and decorating. And what better place source ideas than from abroad?

In America, sparse, rectangular, whitewashed, double dorm rooms aren't the exception, they're the . But across the seas, more and more universities, property developers, and architects continue to push the boundaries of student housing. Compact studios, 5-star amenities, sleek furnishings, next-level functionality, and access to natural light are just a few ways innovative builders and designers are currently reimagining dormitories overseas.

While we're accustomed to university-owned residences in the States, in bigger cities across Europe, Australia, South America, and Asia, communal student housing and hostels are increasingly becoming the norm. With a heavy focus on style, these hubs feel a whole lot less like mildew-ridden jail cells, and a lot more like luxe hotel suites. And it's not just the architecture or the chic bones of the rooms that have blown us away, but also how their creative inhabitants have taken to decorating their dwellings.

From colorful compact cubes in the Netherlands to ultra-luxe studios in London, ahead, we share a few of the world's most impressive college dorms. Plus, a few stellar small space decor tips you'll want to steal for yourself.
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Now, at its finest. Just this past year, Amsterdam-based design firm debuted 218 modern student housing units (each around Standard Studio 200 square feet ) as a part of a new development project in the city of Rotterdam dubbed the "Student Hotel." At first glance, it becomes quite obvious that theses multi-functional spaces boast a number of ultra-efficient features, including a suspended double bed, a kitchen-bathroom combo, and stairs that double as a cabinet system. Flooded with natural wood tones, clean lines, and plenty of sunshine, this contemporary dwelling would certainly make studying seem like less of a chore.
Madrid, Spain
Everyone knows that you're bound to feel a little homesick during your first few months at university. That's why the first thing every college-goer does when they set up camp is personalize their space by hanging photos. Although there's nothing wrong with your standard framed display, we're big fans of this not-so-ordinary approach. A true lesson in getting creative with what limited wall space you have, this Madrid-based student opted for an all-over, abstract look-hanging personal photographs, art, and other mementos from a series of entangled wires. Consider this a reminder that there really are no rules when it comes to making your once-boring room feel like home.
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Consisting of two rectangular concrete buildings separated by a garden, Casa dell'Accademia, a residential complex for the architecture school at University of Lugano, is a true modern marvel. Not unlike the exterior, the interior of the dorms is geared toward contemporary minimalism and materiality (plywood walls and loud bursts of orange play a major role in the design). It's hard to imagine that the future architects who get to call this inspiring stay home would ever fall short on ideas.
Lodz, Poland Florence, Italy Utrecht, Netherlands
Taking tiny, modular living to the next level, these miniature, stacked abodes by architect Mart de Jong for the University of Utrecht are like no other dorm we've seen before. Designed with the intention of offering students a flexible, low-cost housing option, each colorful cube comes with its own kitchen and bathroom, and only cost about $80 a month to rent!
Copenhagen, Denmark
Easily the most iconic dormitory in the world, Tietgen Student Hall (or, in Dutch, ) will put any standard brick dormitory to shame. Comprised of 360 rooms, each of which come with floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the outer side of the structure, the large circular building is a refuge for natural light. Though certainly tiny (the one bedroom units only measure around Tietgenkollegiet 300 square feet , the view unquestionably makes up for the lack of space.
Seoul, South Korea
In an effort to make your dorm room your own, it can feel tempting to go overboard with color, pattern, wall art, and throw pillows. Instead of swathing your space in a sea of decor you know you'll never touch come graduation, take a cue from this charming room at Kyung Hee University. Comprised of a simple scheme of muted pinks and purples, this student opted for a less is more approach. The repeated cactus and mountain motif lends a personal touch.
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The International House at Josai University is one dormitory with bad angles. The structure's entrancing, inter-woven facade-an effect created by its aluminum louvered surface and many projecting balconies-makes for a seriously Instagrammable moment. Depending on the time of the day, the building's angular surface will vary from stark white to silver to a dreamy sunset orange.
Nicosia, Cyprus
Now, this is a scene we wouldn't mind waking up to every morning, even if we were totally freaking out about an exam we didn't study for. This brand new student complex in Cyprus includes a number of super modern finishes-like walnut-toned headboards and enormous built-in wardrobes-that won't make you want to cringe on move-in day.
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Founded in 2001 by Marie Moignot and Xavier De Wil, MDW Architecture is now strong of 30 staff. Our ethos is to combine the highest standards of creativity and sustainability.

We are committed to offering design excellence to each client, either public or private and independently of the scale of the project. Each request is looked into thoroughly so that the solution reaches beyond the brief. The freshness of our approach has been recognised by several awards.

Building on many years of experience in low-energy and passive projects of the highest standards in terms of energy efficiency and sustainable construction, we now integrate these principles in our schemes as naturally as structural engineering.

We see our relationship with our clients as a partnership, a continuous dialogue where everyone brings something to the other. Our interest in dialogue is also incarnated in the way our projects weave relations with their context and their occupants. We enjoy managing wide and complex projects that require an enriching multidisciplinarity and where the architect acts as a conductor, whose global vision can guarantee the rightness of the music.

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While living in a school-owned building may not seem like every student's dream, there are quite a few colleges around the United States with top-notch room and board options. We've gathered a list of just a handful of the trendiest housing options found in the U.S., in no particular order. Check them out below!

Founders Hall is home to over 700 first-year students and is 26 stories high. It's located in the historic Union Square area of New York City and is very close to two dining halls. Founders has a large outdoor courtyard, TV and study lounges, laundry facilities, and easy to access wi-fi.
Find out more about Founders Hall
Morgens Hall is characterized as a modern apartment-style living, with 2, 3, and 8-person apartments. There is on-site laundry and study lounges available, as well as kitchens in each apartment. The apartments have glass paneling that, when not made opaque, allows amazing views of the campus.
Find out more about Morgens Hall
The Hub Madison consists of off-campus apartments that are built for royalty. The building has a rooftop pool, a sand volleyball court, an outdoor courtyard, and a fitness center. After their workout, students can rest up using the hot tub or cooling tub, as well as the sauna that is in the building.
Find out more about Hub Madison
Home to many Boilermakers, the First Street Towers provide private single rooms with private bathrooms for students. The building has kitchenettes, TV and recreational lounges, coffee bars throughout, and study lounge areas to help students stay on top of their school work.
Find out more about First Street Towers
Hurst has both standard and deluxe double rooms and is co-residential with female students on one side of the building and males on the other. Students have private baths in their rooms, and full community kitchen and laundry areas on each floor. Access to halls and rooms is provided through the student's ID cards, by swiping them across a sensor and taking away the risk of losing keys. There are study areas in the building, and a large courtyard right outside.
Find out more about Hurst Hall
Pomona College is consistently ranked as a top school in the US, so it's no surprise they have great student housing. Sontag Hall provides suite-style living with three to six bedrooms per suite. The building has common kitchen areas for students to use, and a rooftop garden patio. This building is great for the environmentally friendly, as it's equipped with daylight sensors, low water use fixtures, solar hot water heating, and more.
Find out more about Sontag Hall
The Hub is a building of off-campus, furnished apartments. They have garage parking, a pool, hot tubs, and in-unit washer and dryers. It is a gorgeous building with fantastic views, located close to the University of Arizona campus.
Find out more about The Hub at Tucson
There you have it, folks. Use our college match tool to see if you match with any schools mentioned above. You never know if you'll get lucky enough to live in one of these glamorous buildings!

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Dorm life is a pretty fantastic way to live, but it can also be pretty regulated.

Campus housing comes with a long list of rules and restrictions. Most of the rules keep students safe and are very understandable - no smoking, no hot pots, no overnight guests for more than three days. However, there may be some items included in the campus housing rules that seem less standard and maybe even odd. Here are a few of the weirdest dorm room restrictions out there.

1. No Candles With Wicks

Lots of colleges have a no-candle rule in their dorms, but Oberlin College permits "candles with wicks removed." However, candles without wicks can't burn, which means they're not really candles - making this rule a bummer for candle lovers. You could always go the battery-powered candle route if candles are a must-have, but they're not quite the same.

2. Decorations Can Only Cover 10 Percent of Your Door

At Chico State University in California, there are a couple of very sensible for dorm doors - materials used for decoration cannot be flammable, nor can they impede the door in any way. Both of those guidelines make a lot of fire safety sense. Then there's the 10-percent rule, which actually states that students can't cover more than 2.4 square feet of their door with decor. If you factor in the name placards your RA made everyone on the hall, that's not a lot of space for personal decorations.

3. No Trampolines, Swimming Pools or Hot Tubs

Williams College specifically prohibits trampolines, swimming pools and hot tubs from its dorms. Yes, there are small-ish trampolines that could fit in a dorm room, and there are children's swimming pools that could feasibly pop up when a campus is seized by spring fever. But hot tubs? Did someone at Williams College once try to bring a hot tub to school? If so, that person would either be the best roommate or the worst.

4. No Private Businesses

Future Mark Zuckerbergs, take note: Ithaca College prohibits students from running a private business out of campus housing. While it's hard to imagine the school cracking down on crafters selling their wares on Etsy, the official rule is no private businesses. While this does leave a loophole for publicly traded companies, it doesn't seem likely any would have dorm room headquarters.

5. No Fog Machines

Year-round Halloween parties? Students from the Pacific Northwest trying to recreate their home climate? A Meat Loaf music-video taping? What could have prompted Bowdoin College to need to ban fog machines? There is some hope for fog lovers though: You can have a fog machine with written approval from the Office of Residence Life.

Ultimately, rules are rules, and most are meant to keep students safe. So, it's important to follow them. Yes, even the super-weird ones.

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During our primary education, the end of summer means gathering basic supplies: pencils, paper, backpacks, and the like, without much need for extensive shopping. But heading off to university for the first time presents an entirely new step in back-to-school prep: getting ready to move into a college dorm.

In a new place far from the familiar, feeling at home can be difficult, but with a few soft pillows, personal photographs, and fairy lights, most students manage to make it work.

However, there is another class of collegiates who get to take "feeling at home" to the next level thanks to their schools' beautifully-designed buildings and incredible architecture. Here's how some of the dorm design-elite are transforming the face of university housing and creating new, innovative spaces on campus.

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Roommates have a big impact on our college experience, whether you're strangers who just met or friends from high school. It can significantly influence your life in and out of college, including your academic achievement, your health, and your attitude. Living with strangers as roommates can be a challenge on its own and when you consider the amount of time roommates spend together under the same roof (more so than friends), it's no wonder how much of an impact roommates can have on each other. That said, let's go through some tips on how to live with strangers during your time at college to make it as harmonious as possible.

Pros and Cons of Living with Roommates

Like anything in life, there are two sides to living with roommates. These are some common benefits and pitfalls of living with strangers during your college years.

Pros

1. Saving money.

This is one of the biggest benefits for college students living together as we all know how expensive college can get. Finding ways to cut costs, such as having roommates, is a big plus. Not only is rent cheaper for you, but so are the utility bills.

2. Learning new things.

All it takes is someone new and being in a new situation to learn. Learning something in general is an all around plus in life. And when it comes to living with roommates, you can really broaden your horizons as to what other people from other cultures and walks of life are like.

3. Increase in GPA.

According to research, for every full point a student's GPA increases, their freshman roommate's GPA increases by 0.11 points on average. So it looks like having a roommate who's doing well in their studies can increase your grades too!

4. Making new friends and meeting people more easily.

The thing about living with other students is you are basically forced to socialize and meet new people, whether it's your roommates themselves or even their friends that may show up once in a while. It's definitely a bonus for those who are looking to make new friends and find a community.

5. More culturally aware.

Living with strangers involves being exposed to other cultures. If you can keep an open mind, you might be surprised at how much you can learn and enjoy other cultures, including different behaviors and practices as well as different foods!

6. More support.

Having someone else live just a door down from you can mean that you have someone to talk to whenever you need some advice, whether personal or relating to your studies. It can really help you in knowing that you're not alone.

Cons

1. Eating Habits

Among all the influences that living with others have on us, diet and eating habits are a big one. It's up to you to decide how healthy you want to be during your college years. But be mindful of how easily it can be to slide down an unhealthy path if you don't maintain your own rules of eating. Agreeing to order pizza every other night can be a way to "fit in," but it can really affect your health and weight sooner than you know it. So try to keep a healthy diet on your list of priorities.

2. Sacrificing personal space.

The fact that you don't have much of your own personal space and privacy can be a difficult change for students who have never shared space before with anyone other than family members. Most college roommates share the kitchen, living room, and bathroom space. So it's wise to find a way to respect everyone's space as much as possible. For example, wear headphones if you want to watch Netflix on the couch while your roommate is reading a textbook.

3. Effects of others' binge drinking.

Binge drinking in college happens to be quite common and should be taken seriously. Even if you don't drink yourself, your roommates' drinking habits can negatively impact your own grades. For instance, the average drop in a female students' GPA when paired with a roommate who drank frequently in the year prior to college was 0.28 points. For male students, the average drop in their GPAs when paired with a roommate who drank frequently in the year prior to college was 8.6%. And in general, there's an increase in likelihood of a student binge drinking when they are paired with a roommate who binge drinks. That said, be aware of others' drinking habits and how much it's affecting you. Keep boundaries whenever you think it's needed.

4. Dealing with messiness.

Let's face it, not everyone is going to be as neat and tidy as you may be. Having messy roommates can really be a bummer for those who are used to having everything clean and organized. Try your best to not let others' messiness ruin your whole experience. Rather, try to communicate how important it is for each person to clean up after him or herself and hope that they will respect your wishes. Remember, we inspire by modeling. So if you keep things tidy, you might find that others will follow suit.

How to Choose a Roommate

You might find yourself in a situation where you yourself have to find a roommate rather than being the one searching for a room in an apartment. If this is the case, the process of choosing a roommate should be thought through and done mindfully. It's best not to choose the first person who answers your ad or message that you posted. You can even think of it like a blind date. You're going to be meeting someone who is a complete stranger to share a living space with them. So there are definitely things to think about. Here are some things to consider when choosing a roommate.

1. Interview them.

It's best to set up a mini interview. It doesn't have to be anything formal or intimidating; it's more of a little opportunity to meet each other first and ask some questions that are important to you. This interview can be your chance to ask your potential roommate whether or not they like to keep things clean, what their class schedule is, if they like to cook, and if they plan on inviting friends over frequently. Don't be shy. It's your living space and you're entitled to ask these questions!

2. Share expectations beforehand.

This is something that can be talked about in your interview, too. It's crucial to share your expectations (as well as theirs) before deciding to live together. Knowing ahead of time what you expect is going to prepare you and can save you many headaches and possible arguments in the future.

3. Set ground rules.

You may have already made an agreement and choose your roommate, but it's still important to set some ground rules and boundaries. If you're adamant on certain things, like everyone doing their own dishes or keeping the shower schedule, it's important to lay them out so each person can be aware and understand. The sooner the better!

4. Be open and optimistic.

Choosing a roommate is basically a risk that can end up being the best decision you ever made or one you might regret later. But the point is to go into it with an open mind and a positive attitude. If you purposefully choose to remain positive and expect it to be a great year with these new people, your chances of that actually happening is much higher than if you went into the situation grinding your teeth!

Lessons Learned

College is a remarkable period in a person's life. Add some roommates to the situation and you have yourselves a story to remember. And with every story comes a moral, right? Or at least they should! Here are some lessons learned from roommates who have "been there and done that."

1. Sometimes being alone together is what you need.

Just because you live together and are the same age doesn't mean you need to party it up every time you have some free time. Sometimes just being amongst one another while doing your own thing can be exactly what you need. Knowing you're not alone and having a sense of community can be good for you. Remember, everything in moderation. Alone time and together time should each have their share.

2. Respecting space is important.

This is really important and should be at the forefront of your mind. Just as you want to maintain your own privacy and space as much as possible in your new situation, so do your roommates. So it's good to respect their space just as you should respect your own.

3. Deal with your pet peeves head-on.

As a general rule of thumb, don't bottle up your anger. The sooner you let something off the chest, the happier you and anyone around you will be. If something is bothering you, let your roommate know. If he or she is constantly leaving their plates on the coffee table, just ask them to take them to the sink. It might be driving you crazy but they might not even have noticed. Sometimes, all it takes is a simple request to prevent a potentially disastrous situation.

4. Being a good friend goes a long way.

If you scratch their back, they'll scratch yours, right? Being a good friend is going to not only fulfill them, but it will make you happier too. And when we are the friends that we want to have, we are going to have the friends we want to have. It's as simple as that!

5. It's also okay not to be best friends.

While making new friends with roommates is by far one of the best bonuses of living with strangers, you should also know that it's perfectly okay to not be friends. What's important is to be civil and respectful. Sometimes, it's just about living with others to cut costs and you won't see them again after you move out. And that's fine. Just as long as make your time together as pleasant as possible.

6. Be firm but polite.

If you find yourself in a situation where you need to make a request or state something important to you to your roommates, it's best to be firm yet polite. Whatever you choose to say is clearly important enough for you to say it, so you want to get your message across firmly. But you should always be kind in your delivery as you would want others to be that way, too.

7. Make your room your sanctuary.

For most college roommates, your own bedroom is the only space you have that is solely yours. So what better than to make it your own sanctuary? Do whatever you need to do to make it a safe and comfortable space that you can escape to when you want to be alone. You're going to need to be able to concentrate when studying. And for many, a quiet personal space, like your room, is the only spot to do so. So make it as amazing as you can!

Real Tips for a Harmonious Time Living Together

1. Stay tidy.

The more you keep your stuff organized and clean, the more others will too.

2. Make a shower schedule.

Try to see everyone's daily schedule as soon as you can so you can make a shower schedule that fits everyone's needs. You don't want to have to wait an hour every morning to shower and be late for class!

3. Let your roommates know if you're inviting people over.

This is part of respecting others' space. Since it's their living space too, you should tell them if you plan on having friends over. Wouldn't you want to know if they did the same?

4. Ask if you want to use their food or ingredients.

The fridge situation is a big one. If each person buys their own food and kitchen items, it's important to ask each other if you want to take something of theirs. And if you do, replace it after.

5. Make time for fun time.

If you want to enjoy your time in college, you need to make time to have fun, too. It can't all be about studying and cleaning up. Make time to watch movies together and hang out!

Alternative Options to Living with Strangers

Sure, some students choose to live with roommates for the sole purpose of getting the whole college experience and making new friends. But for many students, the purpose is more economical as it essentially saves you money. However, living with strangers isn't the only option to save money when in college. Here are some alternatives to living with roommates.

1. Study online from home.

One of the most popular ways to study nowadays is online, which means you choose where you want to be. You don't need to worry about living costs when your degree is completed online. So you can live at home and save money! University of the People is a great choice, not only because it's 100% online, but it's also tuition-free. All you pay for is the assessment fees. Talk about saving money! Check out the available degree programs here and see how earning a degree with University of the People can save your life. You can also check out a list of all the best online universities.

2. Live with family.

You should also consider the option of living with your family. If you're not so excited about living at home longer than you need to, it might help you to frame the situation by remembering that it's temporary. If your plan is to stay home during your undergraduate degree, you can use that time to save money and move out when you graduate. At the end of the day, there's no rush!

If you're about to start a college experience and live with roommates, we wish you luck during this memorable period of your life. And remember, the more positive and mindful you are, the better your experience will be!

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Moving away from home for the first time is scary enough on its own, but throw in a cramped, rank, and dank dorm room you've got to share with someone else, and well, it's enough to make dampen anyone's excitement about college life. But that doesn't mean that's universally the case-there are actually a handful of campuses with dorms that feel more like palaces than haunted shoe boxes.

There are even some college dorm rooms so nice, I'd happily trade in my NYC apartment for one. So whether you're curious as to how the kids are living these days on campus, you're a proud alum hoping your former home made the cut, or you're beginning the college admissions process, you'll want to browse through our list of the fifteen nicest college dorms. From pools and aquariums to a cleaning service, these are the best of the best in the U.S. (at least student housing-wise).

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Ever wondered what it is like to be a student in another country? Four students from around the world give us a look into their lives.
The Netherlands
Bastiaan Spijkman is a Financial Economics student at Radboud University in the city of Nijmegen.

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Studying: He studies "around 20-25 hours a week but it varies a lot per trimester. Most classes have either one or two lectures per week. So that comes to anywhere from four to eight hours of lectures per week." Age wise, "most people start university at the age of 17 or 18 and take around four to six years to finish their degree." On working hard Bastiaan states "compared to other countries, I don't think so. Most students do their work which generally doesn't take a lot of time. Near the end of the trimester is crunch time as everybody is studying for finals."

Cost: Confirming what many people love about the Netherlands, Bastiaan says "the best thing, in my opinion, is being able to enjoy a quality education for a relatively low cost. With a little bit of work and support anyone who is motivated enough can study. Tuition is set by the government at around €1,700 annually and slowly rising every year. Government student loans are available at very reasonable rates and repayment conditions are very lenient. Government subsidies are also available depending on your parents income."

Accommodation: Bastiaan similarly to many students lives "in a regular house converted for student housing in a regular neighbourhood with five housemates. There are usually two housing options either big student housing projects rented out by non-profit organizations or converted houses rented out by individuals or companies."

Fun: Like students in the UK, Bastiaan says his "free time is spent going to bars, exercising, hanging out and making dinner with friends and generally wasting time. The nightlife is really active with lots of choices between bars and disco's."Bastiaan finishes "I enjoy being a student immensely! It is not only a way to gain knowledge but also a way to develop yourself on a personal level which is just as, if not more important. This is also supported by Universities which creates an awesome blend between fun and studying."
Turkey
Işıl Defterli studies Industrial Engineering at Kadir Has University in Istanbul.

Studying: Işıl says "weekly I study approximately 10-12 hours, I have around 20 hours of lectures. We have a lot of private and state universities. The students are all over 18 but we have older students studying at their 2nd university. As seems to be common theme worldwide Işıl says "students here like to do things at the last moment, generally they work hard but it usually comes to last hours."

Cost: Işıl says " university is free for me because I have a scholarship. The government gives money to students but it's like a loan. The students have to pay back the money when they start working. "

Accomodation: Işıl lives "in Umraniye Istanbul with my parents. Generally students try to live close to the school. My home is not usual for a student because it is far."

Fun: In Istanbul "there are so many places to have fun day or night. My free time I usually spend with my friends in a house or outside. There are so many options when it comes to nightlife in Istanbul. You can pick clubs, just casual bars, jazz bars, karaoke bars or just a nice restaurant. The best part is the prices are for students in particular places."
USA
Alexandra Ziegler studies photography at rural Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana.

Studying: Alexandra states "photography is a fairly demanding field, with other work I probably spend close to 40 hours a week on homework, going to classes, studying, and taking pictures. I take four or five classes (which meet two or three times a week)." As in the UK, "most students range from age 18 to graduate students in their 30s and sometimes 40s." Most UK students will sympathise with Alexandra here: "I try to apply myself to my schoolwork, although I am a horrible procrastinator. I enjoy learning and want to get the most out of my education."

Cost: Studying in the USA is expensive with price differences between state (government) and private education. Students who study in the state they live in can get cheaper tuition fees. Alexandra is part of an interesting scheme not available in the UK; she does a National Student Exchange program. "I am studying in Montana for a year but my home university is in Colorado where I live. I pay around $13,000, including housing and food to my home university in Colorado as in state student. Were I to attend Montana as my main university not through exchange it would cost about $26,000, because I live in a different state." There is some help to the cost of fees: "many students can get financial aid or scholarships either from the school they are attending or from government grants".

Accommodation: Alexandra says "I live on campus during the school year. It is pretty normal for students to live on campus for their first two years of college, but after that most students move off campus."

Fun: "I really enjoy the freedom and flexibility that being a college student provides. Most of my free time is spent hanging out with friends at Cru or Crosslife (campus ministry) or just going out to a movie. This is going to make me sound very country, but swing dancing on Friday nights is a blast (not to mention good exercise)!" Alexandra also volunteers at a local therapeutic riding centre which has been "a huge part of my life this last semester. Working with horses is a huge passion of mine and being able to give up my free time to help people with disabilities ride has been so uplifting!"
Norway
Siri Eggset reads North America studies at the University of Oslo in Oslo.

Studying: She says "I spend about eight to 10 hours a weekday on school work, including lectures and seminars. The number of lectures per week varies. I have from three to six lectures and three seminars a week divided between three classes. The student age varies from 19 to 70, but most are in the 20s. The work amount varies broadly amongst students. But most students work hard, especially the last month before the exams."

Cost: Tuition for Norwegian people is very cheap, lucky them! "The best thing about being a student in my country is that it is nearly free. We pay a small attendance fee at the beginning of the semester (about £140) and buy our own books. All students are granted a scholarship and a low-interest loan."

Accommodation: Siri shares "an apartment with my boyfriend, which is usual for many students. Other alternatives are sharing with friends or renting a student apartment."

Fun: Recreation in Norway is interesting and diverse "in my free time as a student I do downhill as well as cross country skiing, mountain biking, and other sports such as football. I also have two part time jobs- one as a teacher and one at a nursing home. Nightlife in Oslo is good. The weekends I am not working or away skiing, I like to go out in the more laidback areas of the city where a lot of students hang out. I like the flexibility of the student lifestyle."

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South Korea is in east Asia and shares a border with North Korea on the Korean peninsula. Its capital city is Seoul. Mostly the population is Korean, although there are some Chinese living there. Many foreigners find it a desirable place to live, so it is an ideal place for coliving. Seoul is known for its ancient palaces-there are five in the city. The most impressive is Gyeongbokgung, which means the "palace greatly blessed by heaven." It will remind people who have been to China of the Forbidden City. You can spend at least half a day wandering around this site as it has a cultural park as well as a living museum. If you happen to be in South Korea in October, you should visit Jinju, where there is a lantern festival. The festival commemorates the thousands of people who died in the Imjin War fighting the Japanese. However, the festival is no sombre occasion. There's food and drink to be had and, of course, it's a great opportunity to sample traditional food outside the capital city. If you are in South Korea in late April, go to Jindo and cross the land bridge connecting the main island to a smaller one. The festival to attend is the Jindo Moses Miracle Festival. If you don't fancy that, go to the Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival to see the magnificent blossoms. Go to a jjimjilbang (a public bath), where you can relax with people of your own gender. Are you addicted to fish and seafood? Then you really must visit Jagalchi Fish Market in Busan. It's the largest one of its kind in South Korea. You can choose what you want to eat, and it will be cooked while you wait and watch. Facts about South Korea: * South Koreans eat kimchi, which is a made with fermented vegetables, at almost every meal. It's a side dish. * When a baby is born, Koreans think that it is a year old. * The number 4 is a very unlucky number for Koreans. * If you want really fast WiFi, go to Korea. * South Koreans love shopping, and you'll find the biggest malls in the world there.

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If you thought designing student dorms was pretty easy wait until you see the best college dorms in the world! I wouldn't even call them dorms by the way.

Student life is not always a piece of cake as many may think. There is always that period of exams and projects where you can't even leave your desk for a couple hours of sleep, annoying teachers that fail you for no apparent reason and lots of other things that I won't include in this article otherwise everyone would quit going to university. But of course there's always room for throwing partys with friends, meeting new people on dinners, and chilling in college dorms playing games, what is pretty cool.

Usually when we think about college dorms we instantly think about the traditional American Pie movie where chaos exists everywhere. But what if I tell you there are actually dorms that seem like authentic luxury hotels where celebrities spend vocations in? Well here are they.

5 - THE RETREAT, CORVALLIS

This retreat for Oregon State University students takes off-campus living to a new level. In addition to private bedrooms and bathrooms, residents at The Retreat at Corvallis also have access to a number of perks, from an on-site yoga studio to a complimentary coffee bar and a resort-style pool. Another highlight: the indoor golf simulator for students to work on their swing and de-stress.

So you have an idea of its architecture this is one of the few houses in the campus. It definitely doesn't look like a student dorm right? Right.

4- MORGENS HALL, CINCINNATI

No, this high-rise isn't some New York City skyscraper. Its home to 456 students at the University of Cincinnati. Renovated in 2013, Morgens Hall is clad in 2,000 glass panels, featuring a high-tech and eco-friendly design and architecture. Inside, you'll find studios and apartments with floor-to-ceiling windows, ceramic tile bathrooms and vinyl composition tile flooring throughout, making for some luxurious digs.

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3 - CALHOUN LOFTS, HOUSTON

For University of Houston students, dorm life at Calhoun Lofts is the epitome of luxury. Outside the living spaces, students are treated to a theater room, two roof terraces, a private courtyard, and, every student's dream: free laundry rooms.

Each loft unit features 10-foot ceilings in addition to granite countertops and exposed concrete for an urban design.

2 - OSPREY FOUNTAINS, JACKSONVILLE

This five-story building would be any student's dream home. Housing a total of 1,000 students, Osprey Fountains at the University of North Florida offers single, double as well as private rooms, not to mention some pretty awesome features, like a 24-hour library, a '50s diner and the Galaxy, a gamer's retreat equipped with TVs and desk stations.

1- HUB ON CAMPUS, TUCSON

University of Arizona students who choose to live off-campus at the Hub On Campus Tucson are welcome to enjoy 11,000 square feet of world-class amenities. Beyond the spacious rooms, which come fully furnished (with quartz countertops and porcelain bathroom tile, no less), the property offers an infinity-edge rooftop pool, a sand volleyball court with a 22-foot outdoor TV screen and a sundeck with chairs, among other amenities.

And if there's something that can truly impress us on a daily basis is architecture. I mean where else could we see a match between the words "student" and "luxury"?

Source: Elle Decor

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