I am gonna be living in a dorm and I am nervous... any tips?

Question

I'm going 2 hours away from home (so not TOO far) where I don't know anyone. =(

It's a co-ed dorm, all the rooms are singles. Do people really just leave their doors open and do people really just walk into your room to introduce themselves/say hi?

I really want to do this, because it seems like a cool way to meet the 60-something people I'll be living with..

Thanks

Answer 1

Yes they do. It's the EASIEST way to meet people.  My dorm even had a block to stop the door and prop it open.  You might also want to try asking people if they need help with moving it.  It gets you to talk to them, gives you something to do and helps them as well.  

Good luck and have FUN!

Answer 2

Yes, at least the first few days. When I was dorming, most but not all people introduced themselves. Further on in the year, groups start forming  but doors are still open.

Just depends on the people on your floor, good luck =)

Answer 3

leave ur door open... but dont be a w***e runnin around in just a towel... ur momma raised u better... some ppl will come in and some wont... u prolly want to know the ones who dont come around more than the ones who do... good luck and have fun but remmy 1 in 4 kids in collge have an std... condoms=good

Answer 4

No. Don't ever just "leave the door open" when I was freshman in college someone just waltzed right into my room and stole a bunch of my DVD's when I had stepped out for just a minute. People are generally friendly, but the ones that will introduce themselves to you right away will most likely be your hall director and your RA.

Sadly, most people are not going to be as friendly as you might think. College is a very different animal. People are there you fulfill their own goals. Freshman enjoy socializing in copious amounts, but by the time you are a senior you will probably care less and just be focused on graduating.

Few words of advice? Go to class every time, only skip if absolutely necessary. Skipping class is a very bad habit to form that may end up costing you in the long run. Don't party / socialize too much. Remember that you are there first and foremost to get an education, excessive partying, etc. can have  serious consequences. Have fun and make friends. College is about learning, join clubs and organizations, meet new people, college is one of the few places to learn a great deal about others,  don't deny yourself that opportunity. Lastly, study hard and get good grades. At the end of the day, when the final semester is over, you'll want a good job and all those parties / social events won't matter at all. Get good grades, build a strong resume, and become a productive member of society. Good luck!

Answer 5

just watch out for thiefs

Answer 6

Most definitely!! I just finished my first year at College, and especially if you're going to be around 60 people and not have a roommate, it's a really good idea to try and introduce yourself to as many people as you can at the beginning when everyone is still new... chances are you'll meet at least one person you could be really good friends who lives just down the hall from you!

Just as a cautionary note... don't leave your door open when you're not there... theft is big on college campuses.

Answer 7

When you are in your room you should leave your door open unless you are studying. But close it when you are gone. If you leave your door closed all the time when you are there you look like a nerd.