When I discovered I'd be staying in a dorm with 7 other girls I was a little concerned. I mean, what're the chances seven strangers move in and get along?

I'd say they're pretty low, but in all honesty, my roomies and I are all close. We've stayed up all night sharing stories and laughing so hard our stomachs hurt. When something happens, there is always someone to talk to and make sure you're not alone.

With that being said, we've already had our share of issues. When it's 2 am on a weeknight and one person is trying to sleep, while another is trying to jam out to music, there is some conflict. When the trash is overflowing and nobody has taken it out, I start to question my sanity.

Instead of being petty, communicate! If I have an issue I make sure to tell the people I live with. This keeps everyone in the dorm on good terms. Being passive-aggressive leads to more issues than there were, to begin with. Being able to say how you feel and tell someone if they're doing something you don't like is so important.

A dorm group chat has come in handy so many times. Not just with issues, but when you need someone to grab dinner with one person will surely answer and be there.

Living in a dorm won't be easy. You never truly get alone time. There's always someone in the dorm playing music or watching tv. It's definitely a change from living at home. There are moments when I crave quiet alone time, but I wouldn't change living with these girls for the world.