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KIM: Navigate Being The Third Roommate

KIM: Navigate Being The Third Roommate

By Diane Kim February 22, 2024

The jury’s out — there’s no trickier situationship out there than being the third roommate. It’s the ultimate “are-we-aren’t-we?” scenario. But before we get ahead of ourselves, congratulations...

AHMED: Identify Sources of Support in Academic Communities, Friendships

By Hannan Ahmed May 15, 2019

In a lot of ways, I have not grown over the course of four years. I still sleep too much, I do not respond to text messages and I keep losing things — my keys, opportunities, friends, my ability to be...

The Dos and Donts of Move-In Day

The Dos and Don’ts of Move-In Day

By Marina Smith and Marina Smith August 27, 2015

'Twas the night before move-in day, and all through the house, not a creature was stirring- except for you, frantically running around and throwing every article of clothing and bath product you own, a...

Translation: Im Getting Desperate!

Translation: I’m Getting Desperate!

By D.J. Angelini and D.J. Angelini June 25, 2015

With the deadline to find a roommate via our famous CHARMS matching service less than a week away, many freshmen have turned to the second-most effective vehicle to nail down that match made in heaven:...

CHARMS for Dummies: A Guide to Finding Your Perfect Roommate

CHARMS for Dummies: A Guide to Finding Your Perfect Roommate

By Marina Smith and Marina Smith June 15, 2015

If you're an incoming freshman, chances are, you're freaking out about finding a roommate. CHARMS is taking over your life with the insidiousness of Facebook or Instagram but with almost no functionality...

A Crash Course in Cuddlr-ing

A Crash Course in Cuddlr-ing

By Catherine McNally and Catherine McNally October 8, 2014

In 2012 the world witnessed the launch of Tinder, a groundbreaking new “dating app” that allowed users to connect with each other with a single swipe.  Coeds across college campuses found themselves...

How to Break Up With Your Roommate

How to Break Up With Your Roommate

By Emily Min and Emily Min February 27, 2014

Housing selection is on the horizon! Freshmen everywhere are wondering, “Will I get that Henle/Village A?” (Answer: With that 248 lottery number, keep dreaming.) Upperclassmen are considering whether...

The 12 Things That Will Likely Happen On Your First Day at Georgetown

The 12 Things That Will Likely Happen On Your First Day at Georgetown

By KP and KP August 23, 2013

Every Hoya has their own one-of-a-kind experience on the first day of college. Some Hoyas make life-changing journeys across continents to come here to the Hilltop while others travel only minutes from...

The 5 People Youll Meet On CHARMS

The 5 People You’ll Meet On CHARMS

By Marlene Cox and Marlene Cox June 15, 2013

You've got your acceptance letter. Graduation is over (or fast-approaching). You've deftly navigated MyAccess to sign up for classes. Aunt Verna already bought all of your dorm supplies.(thank goodness...

Housing At a Glance: Finding the Perfect Roommate

By The 4E Staff and The 4E Staff January 26, 2012

By Martin Hussey With freshman housing selection just a few weeks away, it seems like the entire class of 2015 is on pins and needles with roommate drama. The coming weeks will inevitably be filled with...

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