When my family and I went shopping for my dorm room, one thing I learned was that everything you buy adds up very fast. This is a fact that catches a lot of college freshmen off guard; especially if decor and convenience are priorities on their list. The total average amount that college students spend…
What To Do The Night Before College Move in Day
I’ve been involved in multiple college move-in days; for myself and for my family/friends. During every single move, I learned more and more ways to be completely prepared for the big day. Here are some ways that you can prepare the night before: Some might say that preparing for move-in day all the way up…
A Guide to Suite-Style Dorms (Pros, Cons, Survival Tips)
I lived in a suite-style dorm for my freshman year of college. I definitely had a different college dorm experience compared to my friends who lived in traditional dorm halls. I learned that there are different pros, cons, and social rules that come with this living situation. Generally, a suite style dorm is set up…
A Helpful Packing List for your Weekend Home From College
When I was in college, I roomed with someone who lived relatively close by, so she would spend a number of weekends at home instead of in the dorm. When she left, she made sure she didn’t pack her entire dorm room to take with her. To avoid overpacking for a two or three day…
What You Need to Pack For Thanksgiving Break in College
Taking coast to coast flights while I was in college helped give me a good idea of what I should and shouldn’t pack for every break both during and in between semesters. Thanksgiving is usually the first one that you’ll be traveling back home for, so you might not be sure what to pack. Well…