It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of college and forget to take some time for yourselves. You’re busy with classes, homework, jobs, and internships – not to mention socializing and exploring your new surroundings. But taking some time out for your roommates can be really beneficial.
And this blog is to remind you that college is a time for new experiences and making memories that will last a lifetime. One of the best ways to ensure your college years are as enjoyable as possible is to live with friends in a shared space. Here are some fun things to do with your roommates to create some lasting memories!
Go Shopping Together
When you first come to your dorm or apartment, there is a lot of unpacking to do. You rapidly discover there are things you didn’t pack that you need, like food, toiletry products, cleaning materials, extra decorations, mattress toppers, and so on. Before you step out the door, ask your new roommate whether they would want to join you! This will help break the ice and build an easy conversation. It would also be a great way to save money because you have someone to split the expenses with!
Heading out on a shopping trip with your college roommate can be a lot of fun – or it can be a total disaster. If you’re not careful, you can easily spend too much money or buy things you really don’t need. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your shopping trip:
- Make a list of what you need before you go. This will help you stay focused while you’re shopping and avoid impulse purchases.
- Have an idea of what your budget is. This will help prevent arguments over spending too much or too little money.
- Take turns picking out items. This way, everyone gets to have a say in what is purchased, and no one feels left out.
- Try on everything before you buy it. This will save you from having to make returns later down the road.
- Enjoy each other’s company.
Late Night Talks
If you have gained each other’s trust already, having a late-night talk with them would be a great way to be more connected to each other. It can also help you avoid any misunderstandings or arguments that may come up since you’ll have already talked about them openly.
During late-night talks, you and your roommate can chat about anything and everything that’s on your mind. This gives you an opportunity to share your thoughts and feelings openly and honestly, which can help strengthen your bond. Additionally, simply talking about problems or concerns can help you feel more in control and less stressed out.
Plus, let’s face it, college can be pretty lonely at times. It’s nice to have someone to talk to during those late-night hours when you can’t sleep or just need someone to vent to.
Prank Your Other Friends
Pranking together is the best way to stay connected with your friends and have a ton of fun. When planning and executing a prank together, you’re bonding over a shared experience of laughter and lightheartedness. It’s a great way to function as a team and lets you bring out your creative side.
While other roomies prank each other, why don’t you try pranking your other friends? Switching things, changing their computer backgrounds, hiding some of their things, and the list goes on! Wouldn’t it be more fun to pull the prank together on one of your friends? Let’s say, when you have a visitor, the both of you will set up the stunt in your room, or if you can’t sleep at night and you can’t get enough of being silly, you can call one of your friends and pull the FBI prank call on them where you pretend to be someone from FBI.
Eat Together
Eating with your roommate is a great way to save time and money. You can cook together or eat out, and you can split the cost of groceries. It’s also a great way to socialize and spend time together. College is already too draining to be eating alone in restaurants.
Have a meal with your roomie; you can cook together if you are currently on a tight budget or go to the nearest fast-food chain. Eating with someone works wonders. You’ll be able to share conversation and laughter over meals and build a stronger connection overall. Finally, eating together can simply make life more convenient. You won’t have to cook separately or worry about keeping your food separate from theirs – everything can just be done in one shared space.
Coffee Date
As an alternative to dining out, you can choose something more convenient, like a cup of coffee. A terrific idea if you and your roomie are both very busy or have very different work schedules. It doesn’t have to be coffee; ice cream, smoothies, frozen yogurt, and other quick and easy options are also OK. As you adjust to college life, you’ll get a chance to relax and bond with your roommate by going out for a cup of coffee.
It’s also a casual way to get to know someone better without feeling the pressure of an actual date. Plus, coffee is affordable and easy to find, so it’s the perfect activity when you don’t have much time or money. Just be sure to choose a place with plenty of seating, so you can relax and chat comfortably. Take a study break and grab a cup of coffee with your roommate.
Go To A Party Together
You should attend a party with your college roomie for the same reason you should attend any party: to have fun!
Going to a party with your college roomie is a great way to catch up and bond outside of the classroom or study group. You’ll already have something in common with everyone there, and you can just relax and enjoy the night. Plus, dancing and drinking with your best friend by your side is always more fun!
Bottomline
There are a lot of reasons why you should do activities with your college roommate. For one, it’s a great way to get to know each other better. Spending time together doing things you both enjoy can help you develop a stronger relationship. Additionally, it can be fun! Doing things together can give you something to bond over and make some great memories.
Remember, college is all about making memories!
