Skip The Awkwardness - Learn How to Befriend Your Roomie

Roommate relationships are the foundation to any great living situation. To make the best of your first year, follow these tips to get to know your roommate.

  1. Invite your roomie to tag along - Whether it is a quick trip to Willy T, or out to grab a bite to eat, ask your roommate if they want to come. All your roommate may be looking for is a friend.
  2. Set house rules - Putting two different people in a new space can go horribly wrong if you don’t set some boundaries. Talk openly about each other’s routines, pet peeves and visitor agreements. 
  3. Ask the right questions - Find similarities between you and your roommate. Your favorite Netflix binges, hometowns and dating horror stories are a great place to start.
  4. Create your living space together - Work together to make an Instagram worthy living space. Choose throw pillows, shower curtains and décor together to truly make the space represent you both.
  5. Take it slow - You have countless hours to get to know each other. Take it slow and enjoy this new chapter in your lives together!