The excitement of getting an eight-person suite with some of my best friends at school made the prospect of sophomore year seem too perfect. I went into the summer already looking forward to the fall semester, but worry started to creep in when every reaction to my housing situation was the same: “Eight girls, yikes!” or “Brace yourself for the drama.”
I realized that in a lot of ways, the haters were right. Living with eight other people in relatively close quarters would pose a challenge and would test our relationships, both those from last year and the new ones we would form. There would perhaps be a few fights and likely some moments of tension. Surely, the stress of classes, busy schedules, and relationship problems would result in some tears.
Yes, drama is inevitable in college, but these trials that we face together and these moments that compose the ups and downs of life, are so much easier when surrounded by people who care about you and can relate you. On the other hand, all the laughs, the late-night conversations, and the fun of college are better when your homies are just a few steps away at all times. Here are all the best things about having lots of roommates in your life.
Dance parties are way
more fun (and practically an actual party).
Sometimes on a Sunday night, you just need a break from homework to dance it out, but what fun is a dance party with just two or three people? There’s nothing like singing at the top of your lungs and dancing like a weirdo knowing that you’re in a judgment-free zone. Not to mention, with the right lighting, you could probably manage to post a Snapstory that looks like you’re at a real party!
There is always someone to get dinner with.
With just two or three roommates all on different
schedules, it can be hard to coordinate dinner plans. If you can’t find
another friend to go with on short notice, you may find yourself stuck eating
alone in the dining hall or microwaving another bowl of Ramen. Luckily, with
lots of roommates, odds are that at least one person is available and ready for a yummy (maybe) dining-hall dinner whenever you are.
Just think of all the clothes and shoes!
If you’re as lucky as I am, you are about the same size as many of your roommates and even share a shoe size with one or two. If you need the perfect accessory or none of your jackets are working with your otherwise-perfect going-out ensemble, one of your roommates (and her closet) will be there to save the day.
It’s way harder to get sick of each other.
With just a roommate or two, getting sick of or fed up with each other is inevitable sometimes, but with lots of roommates, the chances of this happening are much slimmer. When one person is starting to bother you, simply proceed to the next room where you will find new friends to chat with. Meanwhile, you can’t even remember why you were annoyed with the last person in the first place.
Plenty of shoulders to lean on (or cry on).
If you need someone to confide in, if that bad test grade is getting you down, or if you are just in need of a hug, your roomies will be there for you. Life can have its rough patches, but with such a big support system right in your room, the tough times are that much easier.
More weekend plans
The struggle of having nowhere to go on the weekends can be very real, but with eight roommates, my odds of finding something to do are eight times as likely. This is true for any amount of roommates. It's inevitable that more roommates will simply lead to more fun. Whether stuck in doing homework or out on the town, if you’re all together, you’re probably going to have fun no matter what!
Netflix binges and movie nights are better together.
If you can all agree on what to watch (my roommates and I would suggest Criminal Minds), Netflix together is much more fun than alone. You can laugh together, scream together, cry together, and share a big bowl of popcorn as you procrastinate with an addicting TV series or a classic rom-com.
You’ve got a big, loving family away from home.
Without your family living under the same roof, college life can be difficult sometimes. Having a caring, big group of roommates creates a second home and a second family where you know you are loved and supported when the going gets tough. You know you will have each other’s backs through whatever the year brings. Happiness is being surrounded by an awesome group of people whom you are lucky enough to call your roommates and friends.
