The truth is there are no shortcuts to flawless skin. The only way to get that perfectly healthy skin is through self-discipline. Photo filters go a long way, but real life is #nofilter. Well, makeup is sort of a real-world filter but that’s a story for another day.

Skin Care Guide for College Students

These are the topics we’ll be covering in this article.

1. 1. Stay Hydrated
   2. Nutrients
   3. Skincare Products
   4. Skincare Routine
   5. Skincare Hacks

Stay hydrated

The single most important aspect of healthy skin is hydration. Your skin is your body’s biggest organ and it needs plenty of water to function and stay healthy. Proper hydration also leads to improved mood, boosted energy, and weight loss.

Drink water

The good news is water is cheap as long as you avoid expensive bottled water like Fiji.

Drink at least 73 ounces (2.12 liters) of water daily. Don’t consume that much water in one sitting. Unlike camels, our human body isn’t designed to store water very well. The excessive water we drink doesn’t get absorbed. Binge drinking water results in frequent peeing and possibly poisoning. In other words, it’s not helping.

So remind yourself to drink water throughout the day. One way to do this is to get yourself a good water bottle and keep it where you can see it. For example, on your desk or in the side pocket of your backpack.

On coffee and tea

Scientists believe that coffee and tea are just as hydrating as water. If you’re a coffee addict, this may be a relief to hear. But many people are experiencing dryness in their mouth and skin after drinking these caffeinated beverages. Personally, despite what studies say, I feel that my skin and mouth become drier after coffee. So I would recommend going off these beverages completely, but you should do some experiments yourself to see what works best for you.

Another side effect of caffeine is that it distorts your natural energy level and sleepy cycle. That means you you’re likely to push your body too hard when it already needs rest. You’re also more likely to get insomnia at night which causes your skin to look dull and pale the next day.

Hydrate your skin externally

This is where skincare products come in. You will need a product (or multiple products) that can perform these two functions:-

1. Lock in moisture (prevent moisture loss)
2. Hydrate

If you leave a glass of water on the table and return to it after a while, you will notice that the amount of water in the glass is now less than it was before. That’s evaporation – which is science-speak for water disappearing into thin air. The same phenomenon happens to our skin. That’s why you need products to help prevent water loss. Most products do more than that. In addition to locking in moisture, many products also help to hydrate your skin. These skincare products are usually toner, moisturizer, lotion, or toning lotion.

Nutrients for healthy skin

Your skin is not a monolithic structure. It has layers and complexity. As we have discussed in the previous section, hydration or water is crucial to your skin. But just like plants, your skin doesn’t survive on water alone. The skin needs nutrients to function optimally – to protect and to look amazing. Below are some tips and further readings on nutrients for the skin.

Make veggies and fruits your friend

The goal is a healthy and balanced diet. Meat and fish are just as important for supple, glowing skin. But many people aren’t eating enough vegetables and fruits! These two food groups contain many vitamins and nutrients that will help to protect and revitalize your skin. So make sure you make them a core part of your diet.

Avoid unhealthy food

You may be the lucky one who can eat anything anytime and your skin will still be glowing. However, not all of us are this lucky. Sometimes not eating healthy or enough fruits and vegetables to balance out the junk food may cause outbreaks. Try to minimalize or avoid unhealthy food altogether if you can.

Take supplements

A balanced diet with a healthy dose of greens and fruits is easier said than done – especially when you’re a busy college student. If you’re staying off-campus, you either have to cook your own food or rely on some instant food like microwave mac and cheese and ramen. It’s supposed to be easier if you’re staying in a dorm, the dining hall usually provides a range of foods to choose from, you simply have to choose your food carefully. However, even if you do that, chances are there are some nutrients or vitamins that your body is missing and that reflects in a less-than-perfect skin condition. This is why we recommend taking multivitamins. If budget is an issue, instead of following the dosage on the bottle, you can take the vitamins twice a week or once a week. It won’t be as effective but it will definitely help.

Further Readings

1. 12 Best Foods for Healthy Skin – Healthline
2. Nutrients for Healthy Skin – WebMD

Skincare Products for College Students

On the market, there are different kinds of products each with different functions and purposes. But what products do you need exactly? We wouldn’t be recommending any specific brand here but here are the types of skincare products you should check out.

Bare Minimum Skincare Products

These are the two essential products that everyone needs to have.

1. Cleanser – face wash that removes dirt and other substances from the surface of your face
2. Moisturizer – replenishes lost moisture, provide some protection to your skin

Take out a loan if you must, cleanser and moisturizer are the absolute nonnegotiable bare minimum you need in order to make sure that your skin can function properly. Unfortunately, unless you’re blessed with naturally healthy skin, your skin won’t be glowing by using just these two products. But it will definitely prevent breakouts, keep your face clean, and prevent dry & flaky skin.

Recommended Minimalist Skincare Product Types

A step-up from the bare minimum list. These are the skincare product types we recommend to college students. With these products, your skincare routine goes full-cycle.

1. Makeup remover – remove makeup. Makeup residues could block pores and cause inflammation
2. Cleanser
3. Exfoliate – remove dead skin cells
4. Toner – apply after washing your face. It tightens the pores to prevent moisture lost. Toner is especially helpful if you like to take long hot showers. Avoid alcoholic toners. While an alcoholic toner is antimicrobial and does an excellent job at preventing large pores, it tends to dry out your skin. If you can’t find a good standalone toner, invest that money in a good lotion instead.
5. Moisturizer – moisturize and protect.

Further Readings

1. Best Skincare Products for College Students – RealSimple

Recommended Skincare Routine for College Students

A skincare routine is the fixed steps you take to maintain healthy skin. It is important that you stick to one routine so that it forms a habit. Just like studying, discipline is the key to success of your skincare regimen.

Every person’s skincare routine is different but the core philosophy is the same. Below is the skincare routine we recommend college students to try out.

Skincare Routine Recommended for College Students

1. 1. Remove makeup
   2. Cleansing
   3. Exfoliating
   4. Moisturizing

1. Remove makeup

Before using the cleanser, remove makeup from your face. Micellar water works well for most people – especially if you’re only wearing light makeup. Micellar water is a water-based makeup remover. Unlike oil-based products, a water-based makeup remover doesn’t make your face feel oily afterward. That means it doesn’t add to the workload of the cleanser. The downside of it is it doesn’t work too great with heavy makeup.

2. Cleansing

Find a cleanser that works for your particular skin type. A cleanser can make or break your skin health. It is counterproductive to have a cleanser that dries out your skin then try to compensate with a moisturizer afterward. If you’re still exploring what works for you, I suggest starting with cleansers that are created for people with “dry skin” or “normal skin” or “combination skin”. Cleansers that are labeled “for oily skin” can be overly drying which can be disastrous if you mistake dry skin as oily skin. This happens very often. A dry skin type secretes oil as a response to dryness. When you use a strong cleanser on a dry skin type, the skin becomes even drier and secrete more oil – forming a vicious cycle that hurts your skin.

3. Exfoliating

Dead skin cells flake off naturally but they take their own sweet time. And some of them remain on your skin forming dull, flaky patches. They also cause breakouts. Exfoliate is the removal of dead skin cells from your face. By removing them, your skin looks better and absorbs nutrients from serums and moisturizers more effectively. The downside of exfoliating is that your skin becomes more vulnerable to harmful sun rays. So make sure you only exfoliate at night and wear sunblock during the daytime.
Exfoliate once or twice a week after cleansing. Cleansing helps remove oil and dirt so that the exfoliating agent can work on the skin more effectively. There are two ways to exfoliate: mechanical / physical and chemical.

Mechnical exfoliation is the physical removal of dead skin cells with the help of scrubs, microbeads, brush, etc. This type of exfoliation is more aggressive and can damage delicate skin such as your face. It is also less predictable because the amount of exfoliation also depends on the force you apply (i.e. how hard you scrub). We recommend this method for body and feet exfoliation because the result is more immediate and it’s more cost-effective than chemical exfoliation products.

Chemical exfoliation removes dead skin cells by chemically dissolving them. Depending on the strength of the product, chemical exfoliation can be aggressive. But most over-the-counter (OTC) products are mild. If you aren’t certain, first try it on a hidden spot on your body then move on to a less visible spot on your face or neck before applying it to your entire face. Some common compounds used in chemical-based exfoliating products are alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA), beta-hydroxy acids (BHA), and retinoids (e.g. retinol).

4. Moisturizing

After cleaning your face, pat dry with a towel. While it’s still damp, apply moisturizer. The moisturizer forms a barrier between your face and the outside world. In the case of moisturizers with SPF protection, harmful UV rays are blocked or filtered before it reaches your skin cells. However, the main purpose of a moisturizer is to prevent loss of moisture and replenish moisture that is lost inevitably throughout the day.

Choose your moisturizer carefully. If you’re still exploring what products work best for you, start with something milder and water-based. If it isn’t moisturizing enough for your skin type, your skin will look visibly dry but it’s short-term and has an easy fix – just switch to a different moisturizer. However, if a moisturizer is too oily or heavy for your skin, its effects can be more long term. For example, it may clog your pores and cause breakouts which can lead to scars; it can also cause milia – terrible bumps that are very hard to get rid of.

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More College Skincare Tips and Hacks

College Skincare Hacks

1. Bedside beauty pouch
2. Wear sunscreen
3. Pamper your skin
4. Get plenty of sleep
5. Clean your phone
6. Don’t touch your face
7. Wash your hands often
8. Visit a dermatologist

Keep a Bedside Beauty Pouch

College years can be busy – with social events (e.g. dorm parties, homecoming, etc) and studies. Sometimes you’ll be getting home late at night too tired to get anything else done. You just want to go straight to bed skipping your skincare routine. Obviously this is terrible for your skin. As we mentioned earlier, the only path to healthy skin is discipline. Having said that here’s a skincare tip for you – keep a beauty pouch by your bed. In it, keep some face wipes and moisturizer. When you’re too tired to go to the washroom, at least keep your face clean using face wipes then apply some lotion to keep it moisturized. Note that this hack is a double-edged sword. While a bedside beauty pouch is convenient, it promotes bad skincare habits by giving you an easy way out of your skincare routine.

Read also: 10 Tips to Keep Your Dorm Room Clean & Tidy

Sunscreen is a must

Sunscreen is not optional. While parts of the body are protected by clothes and not under direct sun radiation, your face is directly exposed to sun rays (ultraviolet radiation). UV radiation is a major risk factor that can lead to skin cancer. Less serious troubles include sunburn and age spots. Sunburn is a temporary but painful annoyance. On the other hand, age spots are resilient imperfections that are difficult to get rid of.
While the sun is a good source of Vitamin D which prevents premature aging, it is ironic that it ages your skin. So always wear a good sunscreen. There are also face moisturizers with SPF protection that protects your face against harmful UV rays.

Pamper your skin (and yourself)

Sticking to a skincare routine is important. But a routine is a routine. By design, it is supposed to not make you feel anything – no resistance but no enjoyment either.

Once in a while, try something new. Create a spa for yourself, even if you’re on a budget. There are thousands of recipes with ingredients based on natural products, including tea tree oil, olive oil, and aloe vera. Light up some candles and indulge yourself with your own sheet masks. Learn how to make a facial massage and do that as well. Relaxation is good for you and your skin. This is also a fun activity to do when you’re bored in your dorm room.

Get plenty of sleep

Your skin quality can be negatively impacted by cortisol which is the stress hormone. In college, there are many stressors such as studies, finance, wondering if your crush likes you, etc that might stress you out. While you can’t sleep away these problems, studies show that you can sleep away the stress. Getting enough sleep can help lower your stress and thus the cortisol level – which is good for your skin. The lack of sleep adds to your stress level and so you should really avoid that.

Sleep is vital for your skin cells to regenerate. There is evidence that the skin cells regenerate twice as fast when you’re asleep. Also, it goes without saying that if you don’t get enough sleep, your priority in the morning will definitely not be your skincare routine – not when your econ class starts in 15 minutes.

Clean your phone

No, I don’t mean to free up some ram, although that is a great way to speed up your phone. Hear me out. If you’re like most people, you’re probably spending a lot of time on your phone. In the meantime, you use public transportation, open convenience store doors and touch other dirty surfaces that hundreds or thousands of people have touched. When you’re texting on your phone, all the microbes and dirt from your hands are now all over the phone. After washing your hands, your hands are supposed to be clean but since your phone is dirty, your hands become dirty again. It has become a vicious cycle. To break this cycle, the simple solution is to wipe your phone with an antibacterial wipe and wash your hands often.

Don’t touch your face

Not trying to awaken the germaphobe in you, but our hands are dirty. They gather dirt and pick up microbes such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Not all microbes are bad. But some of these microbes can cause inflammation, skin diseases, and other kinds of diseases. So be mindful of what your hands are doing and make a conscious effort at keeping them away from your face.

Wash your hands often

Studies found that people touch their faces 16 times an hour on average. I’m sure you can lower that number if you’re being mindful but to make it more effective, you’ll want to wash your hands often. Don’t just splash your hands with some water and call it done. Make sure that you’re actually washing them properly – with soap and dedication. Wash every nook and cranny. That includes under your nails and between your fingers.

Visit a dermatologist

Obviously this is going to cost you money but there are times when seeing a dermatologist can be worth it. One good example is when you have a serious acne problem. The rule of thumb is if you feel like your skin problem is a medical condition, chances are you need to see a dermatologist. Serious skin problems can’t be fixed by eating more vegetables or drinking more water.

There are different skin types and different reactions to the same product. Visit a specialist to identify your skin type and what works for you. Discuss with your dermatologist about your diet, your eating habits, and medical history so they know what can trigger some skin issues. They will also help customize a skincare routine and recommend products for you.

Your Best Kept Secret Skincare Tip?

Amazing skin is not a given. It is accumulated from a series of small positive habits and routines. There are no shortcuts to perfect skin but there are steps that you can take to get closer to perfection. Get used to the idea that you will have to follow a routine and that you will have to be consistent.

Having said that, what have you tried that works for you? Do you have any skincare tips you think work great for college students?

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Dorm rooms are usually a tiny space with roommates cramped up, worn socks on the floor, and cold pizza waiting to rot out. At least that’s what you see on TV, but it’s not always true. Dorms are friendship incubators. Many students make lifelong friends with their roommates and other students they share the dorm with. Dorms are also great venues to throw a party because what better way to spend an evening at dorm after the exam is over anyway?

Whether you’re throwing your first or n-th party, your goal is the same. The party should make a lasting impression on your guests and everyone should be having a good time. Here are some tips that will help you achieve these goals.

Can You Throw a Dorm Party?

First things first. Can you even host a college dorm party without getting shut down by the resident advisors (RAs)? The answer is it depends. Some dormitories allow parties, some don’t. You can find out by digging through the housing rules or consult your RAs. Make sure you find out the legality before you even begin planning for the party. You don’t want your effort to go down the drain. Or worse — getting your party shut down 10 mins into the party.

Once you’re sure that the party is not violating any rules, time to get your roommates’ consent. Throwing a party without consulting your roommates is super inconsiderate. What if they have important assignments due the next day or their parents are coming over to visit? Similarly, you may want to consult your neighbors too. Everyone’s class schedules are different, what works for you may not be the best interest of everybody else.

With the dorm rules and roommates on your side, it’s time to move on to other things.

Dorm Party Planning Committee: Gather Your People

It’s much easier to plan and throw a party when you have two or more people involved. You can go solo for sure, but that means you have to do all the work by yourself. And the work can get tedious: clean up before and after party, acquiring food and drinks (who’s footing the bill anyway?), deciding on theme, music, and decoration, etc.

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Dorm Party Theme: The Soul of the Party

Decide on a theme. Like Halloween when everyone dresses up as their favorite characters, having a theme makes a party stand out. The theme can be anything. You can celebrate collegiate sports, your roommate’s birthday, or the end of midterms. The theme can be about certain fashion style. For example, you can arrange for everyone to wear pajamas, jersey attires, or swimsuits. Throwing a great party is all about being creative and thinking outside the box. The bottom line is the theme should make the party more fun, not tedious.

Here are some theme ideas to jumpstart your brainstorming session.

• Dorm floor party – get to know fellow students who share the same floor
• Birthday
• Graduation
• End-of-midterm
• End-of-semester
• Farewell
• Dorm warming
• Homecoming
• Girls’ night
• Pajamas party
• 80’s
• 90’s
• Pink fantasy – everyone has to wear something pink
• Plaids and checkers
• Ugly sweaters
• Ghosts and monsters (great for Halloween)
• Unicorn
• Black & white attire only
• Jazz night
• Hip-hop night

More Party Theme Ideas
Here are some additional party theme ideas to keep you inspired.

1. 51 Theme Party Ideas from Actual Party Planners by StyleCaster. Some of these ideas are really too complex for a simple dorm party, but they are fun to look at and you will definitely feel more inspired after going through the list.
2. 30 Instagram-Worthy Party Ideas by EventBrite. This article doesn’t have pictures on it but the ideas are quite creative. They will definitely look great on Instagram if you can pull them off.
3. 20 Best College Party Themes by Seventeen. I think you have the best chance of pulling off these themes. They are fun, creative, and more achievable. Definitely check out these ideas for inspiration.

Dorm Party Guest List & Invitations: Who to Invite, How to Invite

A party is not a party if no one comes (on second thought, a one-person party sounds like a terrific idea). Anyway, you will want to invite some guests. Start off by estimating how many people you can realistically fit in the room. You don’t want the party to become overcrowded. When you’re estimating, make sure there’s room for the guests to move around.

As the party host, it’s up to you who you should invite. Here are some ideas: friends, classmates, roommates, dorm neighbors, and resident advisors. Depending on the party theme, you might want an even mix of guys and girls. If the theme is girls’ night, obviously no guys would be invited. It could be a big party that packs the room or a smaller, cozier party that allows your guests to really get to know each other.

Invite your neighbors and resident advisor. Your neighbors are less likely to file a noise complaint if they’re attending your party. The invitation also gives them a heads up that you’ll have guests coming over.

As for the actual invitations, it can be made through word of mouth or text messages. Text messages are probably the most common way to invite a party guest. Not to mention that it’s convenient. Another way to invite your guests is to create an event on Facebook. Alternatively, you can make your own invitation card if you’re good at designing graphics. You can also find templates for invitation card online that you can customize and print out at the computer lab.

1. Party Invitation Templates by Greetings Island. These are free templates that you can customize and print. You can also send them digitally.
2. Customizable Party Invitation Templates by Canva. Free templates for all kinds of occasions: birthday, graduation, and even baby shower. There are thousands of choices available so you will need to go through them to find what works best for you then customize it to your liking.

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Dorm Party Music Because a Silent Party is Hardly a Party

Music brings life to a party. Like a movie scene that becomes awkward when you remove the background music, a party without music is soulless. Start curating a playlist at least a few days ahead of the party. You should be enjoying during the party, not burdened by the task of searching frantically for the next song to play.

Make sure to add lively, upbeat, and popular songs that everyone will be able to sing and dance to. It’s also important to mix the song order (i.e. put it on shuffle), it’s not ideal to put the all the best tracks at the beginning of the party when the guests are still arriving. Remember to mix in some slow songs in between to prevent musical fatigue.

So pop songs are the safe way to go, but if you understand your group’s tastes, or if your party has a specific theme, you should curate your song list accordingly. For example, if it’s a jazz night party, you’ll probably want to prepare a playlist predominantly made up of jazz music.

Remember don’t be too loud. Always keep in mind that your neighbors might already be sleeping.
Youtube vs Spotify
I recommend storing your song list on Spotify. Youtube works OK but unless you’re adding official music videos, some of the videos might get removed due to copyright infringement before your party starts. If I remember correctly, that means your playlist will get stuck when it tries to play the deleted video.

So Spotify is the way to go and try to get Spotify Premium to prevent the annoying ads from annoying yourself and your guests. Spotify offers free trial for their Premium plan. You can also ask for help from a friend who has access to premium.

Now some of you enjoy the process of choosing songs for the party. Others might prefer quick and easy access to good music. Here are some curated Spotify playlist if you prefer the latter:-

1. Today’s Top Hits – some of the most popular songs on Spotify today.
2. Mega Hit Mix – popular songs over the past few years.
3. The Party Hits of 2010s – keep the party going.
4. Teen Party – the songs are more fast-pace but might get a little noisy for a dorm party.
5. K-pop Daebak – hosting a K-pop themed party? This comprehensive K-pop playlist will provide the perfect background music.
6. All Out 90s – songs for 90s-themed parties.
7. Chill Vibes – tired of pop songs? Here are some relaxing tunes for you and your guests to chill to.
8. Jazz Vibes – Jazz with Hip Hop beats.

Dorm Party Games & Activities: Things for the Party Guests to Do

Games are always a good idea. It keeps your guests occupied and interested. It also serves as the perfect icebreaker for guests who are meeting for the first time. You can play the classics like Spin the Bottle or Never Have I Ever. You can also play card games like Cards Against Humanity or table games like Beer Pong or Juice Pong – the non-alcoholic cousin. Just make sure that your games are inclusive and great for groups so that no one gets left behind.

1. 40 Best Entertaining Party Games – Shutterfly
2. House Party Games for Adults – Cosmopolitan
3. 20 Incredibly Simple Party Games That Are Fun At Any Age – BuzzFeed

Dorm Party Food & Drinks – Empty Belly is the Number One Reason Party Guests Leave Early

Music creates the mood and sets the atmosphere. But the party will be short-lived if your guests are hungry and thirsty. The last time I check, music doesn’t cure hunger. So keep your guests happy and satisfied by preparing some snacks and beverages.

Unfortunately, most college dorms do not provide access to a kitchen. So you won’t be roasting chicken or making complex hor d’oeuvres. Not really sure what you can provide for the guests? Here are some food & drinks ideas. This is also where having a planning committee really helps. Prepping food & drinks can take time, energy, and money.
Food
Snacks are a party must-have. Expect your guests to leave early if there’s no food. The food you serve doesn’t have to be a full course meal. Just make sure there are finger foods (snacks) that go great with your drinks. Some good choices are:-

• Nacho chips
• Fries
• Chicken fingers
• Nuggets
• Popcorn
• Pizza
• Nuts

More Party Food Ideas

1. Party Food and Snack Ideas on a Budget – US News
2. 21 Cheap Party Food Ideas – Well Kept Wallet
3. Quick and Easy College Party Snack Hacks – SpoonUniversity
4. 25 Delicious No-Cook Snacks That Are Easier Than They Look – Buzzfeed

Drinks
It’s not a party without drinks. Think of beer bottles, kegs, wine bottles, cocktails, hard liquor, juice, sodas, and even water. Most dorms ban alcoholic drinks. Some students sneak them in. Others simply befriend their RA and talk them into letting it slip for one night. For some of you who don’t want to break the rules, and you really shouldn’t, there are a lot of deliciously satisfying non-alcoholic mocktail recipes. Whichever it is you prefer, there are no excuses not to serve drinks at a party.

Here are some non-alcoholic beverage ideas:-

1. Soda / Pop – carbonated drinks. Coca-cola and Pepsi are the more popular choices most people enjoy. Some drinks can be divisive… like Dr. Pepper and Cherry Coke. If you aren’t sure, just get a few brands so your guests can choose what they prefer.
2. Lemonade – the regular bottle lemonade or the pink stuff.
3. Juices – juices are delicious and could be healthy.
4. Cardinal Punch Mocktail – The Spruce Eats
5. 15+ Easy Mocktail Recipes – Delish
6. 30 Non-alcoholic Party Drinks – Taste of Home

Cups
Don’t forget about the cups. You can’t expect your guests to drink out of the bottle. For a small party, you might have enough coffee mugs for the group if you ask your roommates for help. You do have to wash the mugs afterward, but it’s more eco-friendly.

For a bigger crowd, disposable cups are the way to go. The red plastic cups are a college party tradition in the US. Unfortunately, plastics are terrible for the environment. For that reason, consider getting some disposable paper cups instead.

Preparing for a Dorm Room Party

Look at your room in its current state. It’s probably not in the most presentable condition. At least not for your guests. Even if it’s tidy for your daily use, hosting a party means that your room needs to be tweaked for party use.
Tidy up your room
People need space. More people need more space. You don’t want your guests to overcrowd and have little space to move around. You also don’t want your homework to turn into a beverage coaster or getting drinks spilled on your laptop.

In other words, your mess, clutter, and all non-party essentials need to go. Ideally, you should keep your dorm room clean & tidy in the proper way. But we get it. So here are some “hacks” to clean up and free up space.

1. Keep all non-party related items out of sight. For example, school supplies, textbooks, dirty laundry, worn jeans, school backpack. Where to store them temporarily: closet, under your bed (in a box or cover with cloth), drawers.
2. Lock valuables in drawer or closet.
3. Vacuum the floor
4. Remove dust from surfaces: e.g. desktop
5. Keep pillows and blankets in the closet if you prefer to keep them clean

Responsibilities of the Party Host

Throwing a party is fun but it’s not all fun. There are tasks and responsibilities that a party host must bear.
Hosting Duties
The person that ties this party altogether is you — the host. It’s your room and you make the rules. You’re in charge of making this party successful but don’t feel too pressured. Greet your guests and thank them for coming. Introduce your guests to one another to make everyone feel comfortable. Make jokes, take song requests, challenge your guests to different activities, or just have a meaningful conversation with them. Once your guests loosen up, your party will surely be more fun. So, enjoy yourself, be confident, and accept that not everything will go as planned.
Maintaining cleanliness
Expect your place to be trashed. Your guests are likely to make a mess. Prepare a clean bathroom for your guests with loads of tissue paper and empty bins. If you’re not willing to clean up after the party, then don’t have one. Be ready with trash bags and cleaning products. If you don’t want rotten food smell stinking up in your place or sticky floor from dried up drinks, it’s best to clean up right away. It’s great that you decided to organize the event as a group, am I right? Now you have someone to help you clean up.

Conclusion

Parties are quintessential college experience. While hosting a party is probably easier for someone who lives off-campus or in a fraternity house, don’t let that deter you from having a little fun in your dorm. Remember not to break any rules and be considerate to others. If the housing rules don’t allow for a party, perhaps there’s a definition for partying in the rule book. Say the rule book defines partying as a gathering of more than 15 people, you can always plan a small party gathering with 10 guests.

Anyway, these are essential things to keep in mind when throwing a dorm room party. I hope you have a great party.

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