Starting Off on the Right Foot

You and Your Roommate
Even if you've shared a room with a sibling, living with a roommate is still an exciting and unique experience. By following a few simple guidelines, you both can create a mutually beneficial environment and relationship.

Take Time to Adjust
Give your roommate a chance. Don't rely on first impressions. Talk about your hometowns, interests, families, and your impressions of St. George's University and Grenada.

Lay Down the Ground Rules
Discuss how you will keep the room livable for both of you. Determine which furnishings are to be shared and what is personal and off-limits to your roommate. Always ask before borrowing anything.

Studying or Socializing?
Whether your room is a study hall or a place to socialize can become a major point of conflict. Most people like the room to be a balance of the two. Do you both have compatible study habits? Do you like studying alone or with classmates? Discuss this important topic early in your relationship, and remember: studying should be the priority in most cases.

Talk it Over
When you and your roommate have a conflict, talk about it when it occurs. If you have a complaint, tell your roommate, don't complain to your neighbors. Your roommate may not even know you're upset and will be glad to compromise if informed respectfully. Always remember to communicate and compromise.