So you've moved into your dorm and discovered it's not quite the open expanse you had hoped for. Even if you were prepared, your room likely feels tiny. Small dorm rooms are a reality of college life, like shower sandals and solo cups, but you don't have to feel like a sardine! In fact, you don't have to feel like any type of fish. You can be any animal you like, just by following these easy tips for making your small space look and feel larger.
Cut The Crap
This is easy, right? Simply having less stuff will give you more actual space to move around in. Remember: you only have one room in college. Pack accordingly. Do you really need your entire collection of National Geographics dating back to 1970 (with the exception of February 1982, which you could never find despite months spent searching on eBay)? Think about what you're actually going to use while you're at school. For tips on what's essential and what you can leave behind, be sure to read all our advice about what to bring to college.
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