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Alumni give roommate advice to incoming freshmen

Sanchi Kalra, Activities Editor

June 8, 2017

Filed under Alumni, Opinions, Senior Issue, Senior Issue 2017

Amritha Jayashankar (‘15, UW-Madison) “Be very clear about expectations before you both agree to live together. That saves a lot of time and confusion later. Also, maintain your own circle of friends. It’s natural to feel a little scared and alone that first week and to stick exclusively with your roommate but after th...