Residence Life staff members have been trained to assist you with a variety of issues. Your RA will meet with you and your roommates during the first week of school to help you fill out a roommate agreement workbook. This negotiation form is important because it sets basic guidelines and expectations for life in your room. You should not feel compelled to become best friends with your roommates, although quite often that is exactly what happens. There is nothing wrong, however, with just being good, respectful roommates.
Communication is important .
Learning to communicate effectively with your roommates will allow you to avoid conflicts.