While living in the dorms is a part of the college experience that most people who continue their education will go through. For those who have experienced it, they'll tell you it's an experience all its own. There's a lot of things I've noticed I won't miss about living in the dorms.
1. The dining court food
Although delicious, the same type of food gets old after a while. Plus, all the fried food and dessert is tempting compared to the salad bar so my body will appreciate cooking at home again.
2. The lack of personal space
While my roommate and I get along considerably well taking into account the 11' x 16' area we have to share, I can't wait until I have my own room again.
3. The showers
From having to wear shoes while I'm in there, the gross hair on the walls, and having to walk down the hall in my towel, communal showers won't be making an appearance in my life again if I can help it.
4. Being sick
I've been sick so much this year and my doctor suggested it might be from being cooped up with a bunch of other people who are also sick. The bathroom stalls aren't the most comforting place to be.
5. The noise
Yes, I realize there will be a lot of noise with people living all around me. I won't miss being woken up at 2 am on the weekdays by drunk people slamming their doors shut and yelling down the halls, though.
6. Not having A/C
Not having A/C this year was miserable considering the fact that Indiana can be brutal in August. I know that I, and those around me, didn't sleep those first few weeks of the semester.
7. The rules
To try to make peace within the residence halls, it's obvious that there are some rules that will have to put in place. What I won't miss is getting messages threatening that we will be charged when someone takes a bucket from the hall closet.
8. Lack of privacy
Living in the residence halls mean everyone knows what you're up to from the people you have in your room to what you're doing in there. While I'm guilty of talking too loudly for all to hear sometimes, it'll be nice for people not to be in my business.
9. The laundry rooms
It's frustrating going to do laundry and there's not an available washer. What's even worse is someone being impatient and just taking your clothes out and setting them on top if you're not down there as soon as the clothes are done. Plus, $3 for a load of laundry is a little steep.
10. The urge to nap
With my dorm being by the academic buildings, I nap way more than I should. Living somewhat off campus will hopefully take that urge away.
While it's exciting to move out of the dorms, I'll miss having my closest friends right next door and not having to worry about making sure to pay my bills on time.
