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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]DS going to a SLAC where most kids who want singles can have one.

We're talking about pros and cons. I think a great roommate is better than a single. And a bad roommate is worse than a single. So a single kind of protects the downside. OTOH, a bad roommate would force you out of your room. IMO the danger of a single is getting too comfortable being alone.

Any thoughts on this? [/quote]
A bad roommate can be much more bad than a good roommate can be good.

A good friend can be every bit as good as a good roommate.  You can avoid one jerk on most campuses unless they are your roommate.[/quote]

What exactly is your definition of a “bad” roommate?[/quote]

DP. Someone who for example doesn’t clean up their things, or maybe stays up all night or makes noise when you’re studying. Or who goes through your stuff when you’re not there. I always had good roommates in college but I can see where it could go badly.[/quote]

What a wonderful opportunity to learn a little self-advocacy, or negotiation skills, or general problem solving. Also perhaps that the world does not revolve around you, and your need for personal comfort at all times. [/quote]

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