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11 Things

You need these items in your 1st apartment

Missing Home

Five ways to combat homesickness

Quick Eats

Easy dorm room meals on a budget

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11 THINGS YOU NEED IN YOUR 1ST APARTMENT ANNIKA TOMLIN • COLLEGE TIMES

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first apartment will always carry memories. Making it a home eases the transition of moving into your own place. Here are 11 things you might not realize you’ll need in your first apartment.

11. DOORMAT Whether you put one near the front door or just inside, doormats are a must to save time cleaning. Plus, you can personalize doormats with fun catchphrases like “Smell you later” or “Yay! You’re here” and swap them out per season.

10. STEP STOOL Unless you are 6 feet or taller, chances are you’ll need a step stool.

Don’t be the person who climbs on the counter to reach one bowl on the top shelf. A step stool also comes in handy for replacing lightbulbs,

air filters and other household necessities.

9. TWO SHEET SETS Buy more than one sheet set.

You’ll be really bummed if you want to go to bed and your sheets are still in the dryer. Purchase different colors or patterns.

8. TWO TOWEL SETS Same concept as the above. A towel set should include a body towel, hand towel and wash cloth of the same or coordinating colors.

More importantly, having more than one works when you have guests.

7. IRON/STEAMER An iron or steamer, well, frankly, makes anyone look nicer — whether you’re getting ready to head to school or a job interview.

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6. TISSUES

3. KNIFE SET

COVID-19, the flu and common colds make tissues essential. College is an emotional roller coaster, so don’t forget about breakups, tough exams or laughing fits.

A few butter knives and one so-so steak knife will not cut it in an apartment. For the cooks and meal preppers, a new knife set lasts decades if maintained. This would be a nice housewarming gift if someone wants to splurge.

5. BLACKOUT CURTAINS Blackout curtains can help with getting those extra few hours of sleep once the sun has risen.

Additionally, for students who work at night or have an overnight shift, blackout curtains make sleeping easier.

2. PHOTOS/ARTWORK Décor helps share the renters’ personality. Pictures of family or friends from back home can ease homesickness. Check out Pinterest for inspiration.

4. PYREX SET

1. STREAMING DEVICE

A Pyrex set is a lifelong investment. Plastic Tupperware is great overall, but glass containers give off a sense of maturity. No more mix-and-match containers or reused butter or whip cream containers as leftover storage. Get a large enough set that can be used for leftovers or for meal prepping.

Whether it be Roku, Fire TV Stick, Apple TV or a plethora of other choices, most young adults use streaming services to watch television and movies. Each streaming device has a simple setup process. Those who have a job can afford a smart television that comes with streaming options. CT

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MISSING HOME FIVE WAYS TO COMBAT HOMESICKNESS JOE MCHUGH • COLLEGE TIMES

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omesickness can be one of the hardest things for anyone, let alone a college student who is leaving home for the first time. It is something that is new and unknown, which can be scary to tackle without friends and family. Making new friends and experiencing new things can be a daunting task, but with enough confidence it gets a little easier. Here are some ways to remember home and kick that homesickness to the side.

1. KEEP IN TOUCH WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS This is the No. 1 way to avoid homesickness. Talking to family and friends from home is the best way to break out of the funk from switching places. Call family and tell them all about this new experience. Family love to hear about what is going on and how things are going, so keep them in the loop. They can help and make things easier during the transition.

If you have the capability, find a way to FaceTime or video chat with family and show them your new dorm and the new place you will be living. It will feel like they are right there with you. Playing games with friends from home can be a way to ease into leaving and help with being bored. If they are also transitioning to college, then

talk to them about it. See how their experience is going and compare it to what you are going through so you won’t feel alone and can make the first bit of your new situation a lot easier.

2. MAKE A HOME-COOKED MEAL There is nothing better than having a dish that you have had for as long as you can remember.

So why not cook it yourself? Call whoever makes the best dish and ask for the recipe. Whether it’s grandma’s famous meatloaf or your neighbor’s cornbread, cooking that meal is sure to remind you of home. It will keep you busy, and making the meal will turn out hopefully just as good as whomever makes it.

3. PLAN SOME ACTIVITIES WITH NEW FRIENDS Another way to beat homesickness is to plan some activities with new friends or classmates. People who have been to college often say, “I met some of my best friends in college.” Why can’t you? Homesickness works because of the memory of all the friends you had at home, and you miss them.

That is alright! College is a time to make new friends and emerge from the cocoon into a social butterfly.

Plan a time to study or find a cool

place to hang out — the options are endless.

4. KEEP BUSY It sounds like a simple concept, but making the time that you have full of activities, studying and other things will keep your mind busy and away from longing home. Like

the last point, the possibilities are endless, and it is a great opportunity for you to express yourself in your new area. Go for a walk around campus and find cool new places to study or read a book. Walk around your area to find interesting places to eat or places to go out with your new friends. Think of anything and there will be something to keep you busy.

5. FIND THINGS THAT REMIND YOU OF HOME Finding things that remind you of home can be difficult; however, finding things that make your new place feel more like home can be very effective at getting rid of homesickness. If you have a particular family activity, like game night, plan that with your new friends and make that a weekly thing. If you have a specific night where you have a certain food, such as pizza on Fridays, do that as well. This will scratch the itch of being away from home and put you right back into that feeling of comfort.

Overall, homesickness is not task to overcome. There will always be that part of you that misses where you came from. But the other part of you should be more than eager to hop right into this new situation and make the most of it. CT ECOLLEGETIMES.COM | JULY 2022 5

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QUICK EATS EASY DORM ROOM MEALS ON A BUDGET TYLER WEGLEITNER COLLEGE TIMES

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ransitioning to college life is challenging. From moving to a new city, starting new classes and meeting new people, college can present itself with many obstacles. Coming up with meal ideas shouldn’t be one of them.

Here is a list of 10 budget-friendly meal ideas you can make from the comfort of your own dorm room.

1. PASTA One essential food item in any dorm room is pasta. A great source of carbs, this is one staple that you can vary significantly to your liking. By adding cheese, vegetables, seasonings, sauces or protein, you’re sure to find something you like. Microwave pasta cookers are available online and in stores, usually for less than $20. These pasta cookers make it easy and quick to make a meal without a stovetop, perfect for any busy college student.

2. RICE Another staple for any dorm room is rice. Not only is it extremely versatile, but it’s easy to make. It can be paired with vegetables and protein for a quick and easy meal.

Be sure to purchase instant rice, which can be made quickly in the microwave, along with a large microwave-safe container.

3. SOUP Not only are cans of soup cheap, but they’re easy to store and have a long shelf life. Within minutes, you can have a hot dinner ready.

You can even make them your own by adding vegetables, cheese, herbs and spices. Make sure to purchase a microwave-safe container prior

to the start of the semester. There are plenty available for purchase in stores and online for relatively cheap.

adding vegetables such as bell peppers and tomatoes, along with protein or herbs to make it your own.

morning you can add fresh fruit such as bananas, strawberries, raspberries or blueberries.

4. POTATOES

6. SANDWICHES

Potatoes are well loved for their versatility. Just because you’re in a dorm room doesn’t mean you can’t take advantage of them. Regular potatoes and sweet potatoes can both be cooked in the microwave, as long as they are pierced multiple times with a fork to allow steam to escape. You can also add a wide variety of toppings to suit your taste.

There are many recipes online for microwave potato chips, scalloped potatoes and even mashed potatoes.

Sandwich ingredients are also great to keep in your dorm room.

Not only are sandwiches cheap and easy to make, but they’re extremely variable, perfect for anyone’s diet. By changing the bread or ingredients inside, this is one quick meal idea that’s great for any occasion.

Maybe you’re in the mood for a hot breakfast. You can make eggs

5. QUESADILLAS

Wraps are another quick, great way to add variety to your weekly meals. There are so many ways to customize them, from different types of tortillas or bread to proteins, vegetables and sauces, there is surely something for everyone and every diet.

Quesadillas are another great snack or meal that you can make using a microwave. Place shredded cheese between two tortillas before microwaving. You can consider

7. WRAPS

8. OVERNIGHT OATS Overnight oats are a simple breakfast that you can make ahead of time. You can add any ingredients you might like and can therefore accommodate many different diets.

By making them the night before, you can have breakfast ready by the time you wake up. To begin, you can add oats along with any type of milk to a container. Then you can consider adding other ingredients such as chia seeds, syrup or peanut butter. Then let the container sit in the refrigerator overnight. In the 6 ECOLLEGETIMES.COM | JULY 2022

9. EGGS IN A MUG

quickly using only a microwave and a microwave-safe mug, along with butter and milk. There are many recipes and variations online that allow you to add cheese, spices or herbs of your choice.

10. MUG CAKES One dessert you can make easily from your room is a mug cake.

These are perfect for those busy evenings, between classes or during a study break. For mug cakes, all you really need is a microwave and a microwave-safe mug, along with the appropriate ingredients. Whether you like peanut butter, angel food, chocolate or vanilla, there are plenty of different recipes to choose from online. CT

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Autumn Hughes, University of California San Diego “Long-distance relationships do not work, so do not get a single room or you’ll seclude yourself and be lonely for no reason.”

Ashleyn Billings, NAU “Make sure you get along well with your roommate before you are stuck with them in the same dorm room for a whole year.”

Hayden Jacobs, ASU “Dorms are so busy, and it is tough moving around without big boxes to keep everything together.”

ADVICE FOR LIVING IN YOUR 1ST APARTMENT OR DORM

Mackenzie Dittmer, UA “A water pitcher or a bunch of water bottles is a must.”

ABI CELAYA • COLLEGE TIMES

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igh school diplomas have been handed out, fall schedules have been chosen, and now it’s time to move out and attend college.

Freshman year of college is a nerve-wracking time for many students who are leaving home for the first time.

Hearing from former college freshmen about what they wish they would have known can be a helpful way for incoming freshmen to prepare for the upcoming school year.

For students who will soon take their first steps into the world away from home, here is some advice from someone who has been there and done that.

Take your time when choosing a roommate. Housing portals are filled with hundreds of nervous students hoping to find a match. Slow down and take your time. Find someone who will complement not only your

Abbie Elton, NAU “Don’t bring a Swiffer Sweeper for a room with only carpet. …

Invest in your own vacuum cleaner.”

personality but your schedule.

It is easy to stay tucked away in your dorm. Make sure to get out of your room once a day. Go to events, go to class, walk around campus and make sure you’re getting out there.

Some residence halls will host events. Make sure to stop by even if you are by yourself. You could meet a new friend or discover a new interest. The possibilities are endless.

The freshman 15 is real. College meal plans make it hard to eat healthy, so make sure to exercise all the good habits you had at home.

Make good use of the gyms, and try to cook when you can.

Lastly, this is college. It’s important to focus on your studies, but it’s also important to prioritize your mental health so you can have fun and enjoy yourself. The first year flies by.

Here are some things other college students wish they had known their freshman year. CT

Ryan McLendon, University of North Texas “If there is not a communal toilet/sink, you need to buy your own toilet paper, hand soap and bathmat.”

Hayden Kleinschmidt, NAU “I feel like people talk about how you’re going to be besties with everyone you meet in college, but that is so far from the truth.”

Samantha Adams, Tempe “The less clutter the better in the communal living space (wall décor doesn’t count). Such a small space can get suffocating really quick, so it’s good to keep it tidy and organized to maximize your space.”

Melissa Gingold, UA “Laundry sucks in the dorms.”

Katie Cercone, ASU “I wish I knew to make a secluded space earlier … and tell my roommate not to have her boyfriend sleep over every day.”

Eva Hansen, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University “I wish I knew I did not need so many things. I did not use half of my clothes, a lot of my cooking utensils or the random assortment of things I brought because I swore I would need them.”

Bree Horn, UA

“Something I wish I would have known is the importance of routine when living independently for the first time. For me that mostly entailed figuring out a schedule for when I would grocery shop or how often I wanted to mop or what things in my space were fulfilling me and which things weren’t.”

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