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Helpful items to bring to a university dormitory

Moving into a university dorm for the first time can be tricky. You can spend weeks buying everything you think you need and trying to pack it all into a single car trip. However, during this stressful period it is very easy to over-pack for the...

On campus vs off campus

Have you been wondering which residential life is best for you? Whether it’s convenient on-campus accommodation or a share house in town, use this list to find out where your preference lies. After speaking with a Veterinary Science student...

How to decorate your dorm on a budget

How to decorate your dorm on a budget

Congratulations for choosing to living on campus this year! But what happens next? The next step is transforming that plain, mundane dorm room into a place you’ll be proud to call your home away from home. And, fear not if your budget doesn’t have...

Two students watching TV in accommodation common area

Dorm etiquette 101

Be considerate You are not living alone and you are not at home. Things that may have been tolerated at home are not necessarily the same on Res, so, think about others before yourself when you’re in communal areas, and think before you speak. It...

Student using the oven in shared dorm kitchen

Dining room etiquette

Whether you choose to eat in the privacy of your room or have a social feed in the common room, everyone should know and use the basics of dining room manners. Always wait your turn There’s no need to rush or be the first to sit down (or cut the...

Student in an organised dorm space on campus

Dorm storage hacks

It’s a fact, dorm rooms are small (especially if you’re used to spreading your things out through a whole house!). However, their simple design opens a world of possibilities for storage solutions. So, use these classic hacks to make the most...

Roommate Etiquette: Part 2

Living with others may seem simple. Heck, you’ve probably been living with your family your whole life. But the transition from living with your relatives who you’ve known forever, to living with people your age who you hardly know can be more...

Roommate drama? Ain't nobody got time for that

Roommate Etiquette: Part 1

For most people, going to university means a huge lifestyle change. People move cities, states, or even countries to attend uni. Relocating can be a huge step to take, which often means flying the coop for the first time. And it usually also means...

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