Living with a Roommate. Transitioning to Living with a Roommate What do you think it will be like to live with a roommate? How might it be different from.

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Living with a Roommate

Transitioning to Living with a Roommate What do you think it will be like to live with a roommate? How might it be different from living with your parents, siblings, etc.?

Overview of Roommate Topics 1.Roommate Selection 2. Communicating with your roommate 3. Building a positive relationship with your roommate

Roommate Selection Considerations How do I select the right person? Should I room with someone I don’t know? - Going “potluck” - Be open-minded! Should I room with someone I know? – Best friend – Someone from my school – Someone from an extracurricular activity

Roommate Matching based on the Housing Application Many housing applications include a lifestyle preferences questionnaire. The college may use this to match you with a roommate. Be sure to fill this out completely and accurately.

Examples of Lifestyle Preferences Sleeping habits – Do you like to take naps? – Are you a morning person? Study habits – Where do you like to study? (e.g., your room, library, etc.) – When do you like to study? Guests – When do you like to have guests in your room? – When do you prefer to be alone? Cleanliness – Are you a “neat freak”? – Do you do laundry once every three weeks? Quiet hours – Do you like to go to bed early? – Do you sleep during the day and stay up all night? Use of space – What resources are you willing to share? (e.g., food, hairdryer, etc.) – Do you prefer a “split the room in half” approach or a mixture of shared and personal space?

Living with a Friend Be careful when selecting a friend to be your roommate. Great friends don’t always share similar daily habits and lifestyles. Roommates need to be compatible enough to live peacefully together. Scenario to consider: – You are a night owl who needs a cup of coffee and a long shower before speaking to another human each morning. – Your best friend pops out of bed chattering cheerfully by 7:00 a.m. every day. – Are you putting your friendship in jeopardy by sharing a small room for the next 9 months?

Final Thoughts: Roommate Selection Be patient and allow for an adjustment period to get used to your roommate. If you are upfront about your wants and needs, finding a roommate can be an exciting chance to get to know another person. Having a successful roommate experience is dependent on a mutual respect for each other!

Communicating with your Roommate Effective communication is the most important part of living with a roommate – Helps avoid conflicts and resolve issues – Forms foundation of relationship Start communicating as soon as possible – Touch base before move-in day – Get to know each other a little – Discuss logistics, “who is bringing what”

Communication Tips Set ground rules with a roommate contract Compromise – Both roommates have an equal claim on the room – Express your needs/preferences while also respecting your roommate’s needs/preferences Be straightforward, honest, and trustworthy Establish mutual respect

Communication Tips Establish a system for notes and messages Know when to communicate face-to-face instead – Address problems in person, not in a note or text – Make time to connect with your roommate face-to-face – Pay attention to the subtle, unspoken messages you send through your actions Don’t expect your roommate to be a mind-reader Address issues while they’re still small

Final Thoughts: Roommate Communication Practice respectful communication skills – Listen – Think before you speak – Use respectful language Use your resources if problems arise – Refer back to your roommate contract – Talk to your RA or other housing staff

Building a Positive Roommate Relationship Avoid assumptions and snap judgments – Get to know your roommate yourself – Don’t rely on other people’s opinions, Facebook, etc. Give yourselves a chance to get along Appreciate the experience as an opportunity to expand your exposure to diversity

You don’t have to be best friends with your roommate – Share the space amicably – Be respectful and hopefully s/he will be respectful in return Key skills for successful roommate relationships include compromise, respect, and empathy Building a Positive Roommate Relationship

Final Thoughts: Building a Positive Roommate Relationship Remember to: – Be respectful – Communicate effectively – Compromise Pick your battles Contact your RA if problematic roommate situations arise

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