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Make your move less stressful Avoid clutter in your living space YOOJIN SON ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR

As much as this day can be exciting, move-in day can also probably be the first stressful event on campus for both students and their parents. From trying to find a parking space close to an entrance to waiting too long in the summer heat for a cart, move-in day has many stressful obstacles that can be easily avoided if you know what to expect and plan ahead of time. As a former resident assistant who has seen it all, here are a few things to consider before the big day.

plan and a few photos that can give you an idea of what your living space will look like. Unpacking can become a much quicker and easier process if you even roughly sketch out where you want to place your belongings!

your day planned, move-in day is going to be hectic.

Carts will be booked out, elevators will almost always be fully occupied and hallways will just be too narrow for residents and their parents to walk through. Moving in early will not only allow you to avoid this chaos, but it will also give you time to unpack and get to know your living space before having to meet new people. So if you have the option to move in early, it truly is the best to do so!

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With various versions of move-in day guides floating around, it can be difficult to know which things are truly essential to bring with you to campus. Your parents might be packing in whole boxes Keep cleaning supplies of ramen noodles and firstaccessible aid supplies “just in case.”

While living spaces are But with limited space not only in your cramped dorm cleaned before new residents room, but on the trip there, move in, it’s best and safe to it makes it difficult to accomgive your room one more modate all those “what-ifs.” wipe down before unpacking For those who are flying in, all your belongings. So make it’s even more important to sure you have some essential Delegate sections of the only bring the necessities cleaning supplies available room to unpack to use on move-in day. Here If you have family and with. Here are just a few of Pack smart are just a few suggestions on friends helping you on the things you should leave Be smart when you pack what to bring. your big day, make things at home this move-in day. to make unpacking a smooth Disinfecting wipes can easier for everyone and process. Make sure you truly be a lifesaver, so pick assign parts of your room Food and toiletries It’s tempting to have everyknow what you need right up a value pack because you to unpack! The person who away and what can wait in are going to want more than knows what you’ve packed thing you need packed up in storage for a while. Organize one box. best is you. Without a word, the car before you even get to your belongings so whatever Any floor cleaner can be it can be confusing for your campus, but items like paper you need is easily accessible. handy, but vacuums can family and friends to know towels, tissue boxes and This may take up a bit more be on the pricy side. Floor what to do. Delegating a box hygiene products will only time, but trust me: This will sweeping kits are afford- or an area can move things take up valuable space in the save you so much time and able and get the job done all along swiftly! car. Depending on the length energy when rummaging year round. of the trip, food may also not through every box and bag If you have a private bath- Stay hydrated and be a viable thing to take with, especially if it is perishable. for one object. room, be sure to pack some energized bathroom cleaning supplies.

Moving boxes all day in Dry foods like cereal and Know what you have and Some disinfecting cleaners hot summer weather can cupped ramen can be bought where it’s going and scrub brushes should be quickly tire you out. Make on campus at stores such as While you’re packing, enough! sure to stay hydrated and Walmart or Aldi, so there is make things even more effienergized by bringing water no need to pack it into the van bottles and snacks to your with you. cient on the big day by plan- Move in early if you can ning where you want to place If you have the option to big day! Don’t forget to take Appliances certain belongings. Wher- move in before the official short breaks, too!

With limited space in a ever you are moving, you day, do not hesitate to do so! room you need to share with a should be able to find a floor No matter how well you have yjson2@dailyillini.com roommate or two, appliances consume too much valuable space for the amount you will actually end up using them.

Items like blenders and toaster ovens can likely be left at home. For the coffee drinkers, consider if you really have the space for a coffee machine in your dorm room. Unless you plan to be using it every day, it might be better to either buy coffees as needed or switch to instant coffee.

Bulky electronics such as printers are another big piece of equipment probably best left at home. Residence halls THE DAILY ILLINI FILE PHOTO and campus libraries offer printing services should you An I-Guide directs the family of an incoming freshman at Florida Avenue Residence Hall.

Students may have options to move in early to avoid the rush of students moving in last minute. need it, and you won’t need to

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bring your own paper or ink.

Other items like digital cameras can be checked-out from the Media Commons in the UGL, so be sure to leave those at home.

Ironing boards

Let’s face it; most of us seldom, if ever, iron our clothes.

Sure, it might be nice to go straighten out your business outfit before an interview or career fair, but that can easily done in the residence hall laundry rooms which stock their own board and iron for you to use. The board, as well as the iron itself, take up a lot of room as well, and we all know that every bit of space counts in our closet-sized dorm rooms.

Sports gear

in the University residence halls will also have gear you can check out with your student ID, so be sure to ask what equipment is available once you get to campus.

Your library

While it may be difficult for book lovers to part with their beloved collection, your dorm room simply won’t have the space for you to store all of them. Books are heavy and take up a lot of space when moving, so only take those that have the highest sentimental value to you or ones you would actually find yourself re-reading (let’s be real here; we won’t have as much time to read as we think we will). If you find yourself going through the books you brought along too quickly, you always have the option of swapping some out when you’re home for breaks, Lastly, don’t forget we have our own libraries here on campus; if you have too many books you think you might get the urge to read later in the semester, you can always check them out for free!

Unless you are already pretty athletic or play sports regularly, sports gear and equipment will just eat up valuable space. Campus has two major gyms where you can not only get some movement in but can rent out equipment as well. Think you’ll want to play some badminton on campus?

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Make your dorm room feel like home CLARE BUDIN ASSISTANT DAYTIME EDITOR

Of all the huge, worldshifting changes you go through when transitioning into college life, one of the biggest has to be moving from a home you may have lived in your entire life with multiple rooms and freshcooked meals waiting when you return from school to a one-room dorm space. When you first enter your cold, empty cabin on move-in day, it might be hard to imagine truly feeling comfortable in your dorm not just when studying, but hanging out with new friends, enjoying meals or just flopping as you would on your couch back home. Hopefully these tips can help keep away the homesickness by building a closer community and comfier atmosphere in your dorm.

Bring pieces of home to your dorm

memories of home is the meals made with love by family members with wellworn recipes passed on sometimes through generations. But even though you may not have that family ready to whip up a meal, all you need is a cooking space and a recipe to get a taste of home.

Most dorms on campus have some type of communal cooking space that can be used for approved blocks of time. Gathering with friends to create meals once or twice a week is a great way to bond with others through homestyle cooking while breaking from the sometimes-repetitive meals at the dining halls. Also, don’t underestimate the value of KENYON EDMOND THE DAILY ILLINI Home is where the a microwave to make inno- Students walk past Quad Day tables along the Main Quad representing a variety of registered (stomach) is vative meals in short notice. student organizations on Aug. 26. While joining is fun, it’s easy to overcommit yourself.

While your dorm’s atmo- There are plenty of options sphere certainly helps to at local stores for relatively create a more homey envi- healthy microwavable rice, ronment, decorations aren’t vegetables and other staples. the only factors in turning a Have fun creating your own space into a home. For many, unique University cuisine! THERESE POKORNEY week looks good on a medi- your new friends in the dinFEATURES EDITOR one of the first things that cal school application, but if ing hall or hanging out with transport them back to claredb2@dailyillini.com Leaving your friends, fam- you don’t absolutely love the your roommate. Constantily and comfort zone behind work you put in, why do it? ly socializing can be really to begin a new chapter in If you load up your schedule draining and peer pressure adulthood is scary and excit- with clubs and groups that can get the best of you. Don’t ing all at once. It’s normal to are solely for making your- be afraid to take a long walk be nervous before moving self look good, odds are you’ll by yourself or go to the closin to college and while some burn out fast and regret not est coffee shop for some alone students would rather take choosing something you like time. Here you can figure out refuge in their dorm room to do. what you actually want to do and stick to the books, othIf Greek life isn’t your without the pressure of others would rather venture thing, but you desire to have ers. Be a proud loner! out and experience every- a tight-knit group of friends, thing higher education has DON’T RUSH A HOUSE! Take advantage of your to offer. However, if you’re There are so many differ- freetime one of the latter, take precau- ent ways to get involved that If you’re an incoming tions before you spread your- you’ll enjoy doing. Don’t put freshman, you have about self out too thin and burn out yourself in situations that three more years to be busy, early on in the fall. you don’t like. Life (and col- so don’t waste all of your You can expect to feel lost lege) is way too short for that! precious free time stressing the first week of school and Some advice: Sign up for out about how you should be one of the best ways to find three clubs, go to the meet- doing more to perfect your your social group is through ings the first couple weeks resume. Take a deep breath, extra curricular activities, and decide whether or not relax and enjoy your first few intramurals, frat parties, you have found your niche. moments of freedom. You clubs or Greek life. There Remember, self care is more don’t have to be constantare so many groups to choose than some impressive stats ly doing something, studyfrom and it’s really easy to on a resume. ing or socializing. The most sign up for a plethora of orgaimportant thing to do is pass nizations in an attempt to Spending time alone to your classes, so stop worryrecharge is OK make friends. ing about juggling everything KENYON EDMOND THE DAILY ILLINI It seems like you’re never at once. It’s OK to relax!

Decorations hang in a dorm room in Carr Hall of the Choose activities you alone in college. You’re either Pennsylvania Avenue residence halls. Plants or posters can actually like in a lecture hall with 2,500 tpokor3@dailyillini.com help you customize your tiny living space.

Volunteering 15 hours a other students, eating with draining. However, there is an easy way to inject some much-needed life and natural brightness into a dorm that can be found at almost any home goods store.

Small desktop succulents or decorative potted plants can be easily customized to fit your personal taste and space requirements.

If you’re worried about the maintenance required to keep a natural plant alive, never fear: Artificial plants provide the same attractive qualities of natural plants without the upkeep. Even during the harshest and loneliest winter months, you can still have pieces of greenery that keep you energetic and cozy.

Don’t spread yourself too thin

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As much fun as it can be to go dorm shopping for sleek new furniture and decorations, sometimes the most important additions that can make your dorm feel more like home are items you’ve owned for years and are the easiest to transport to college. Whether it’s photos of your family and friends, childhood art projects or your old DS (Nintendogs never gets old), having something tangible that reminds you of fun times with your hometown family and friends is incredibly valuable and comforting during times when you may feel stressed, lonely or just plain homesick. Try an easy DIY photo wall or collage with some of your old artwork for a dose of childhood fun during your journey to adulthood.

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Make the most of living out of a dorm room as possible. Don’t store your food where it could spill and While many of the dorms make a mess on your bed, on the University campus don’t leave your dirty clothes have been updated to include and your clean clothes in the new furniture and working same pile, and keep your air conditioners, the fact school supplies in a place of the matter remains that where it won’t be mixed up living in a 11-foot-by-11-foot with other papers and lost. A room has certain challenges. useful tip to help your sleep If you’re sharing that space schedule and work habits with a roommate, you will is to keep your bed away have additional obstacles to from your desk. Don’t try overcome through your first to study while reclined on year. The truth is, though, your bed or you’ll fall asleep. living in a college dorm is an If you’re working, sit at the experience like no other. If desk. If you’re sleeping, use you have the right mindset your bed. and tools to deal with the After finding a spot for difficulties that may arise, everything, it is equalyou can stay productive and ly important you work to enjoy your year there. maintain that organizaThe first thing you need to tion. If you have to come do after you’ve kissed your home every day to a room parents goodbye is organize that is messy, it can add on your space. Everyone likes to the stress you will already their room set up a differ- have from school. Keeping it up every day. When you’re wearing away before you ent way, but in general, try tidy and stress free is a mat- changing in the morning, leave. If you make coffee in to keep things as separate ter of little habits you keep put anything you’re not your room, wash the mug out as soon as you’re done.

Try to make your bed every morning before you leave and get in the habit of doing laundry at least every other week. Leave your windows open some of the time to circulate the air.

Sometimes school will get busy or you won’t have time to clean up before going out, and that is OK. Try to get it done as soon as possible, or it will just keep building up until it’s unmanageable.

Even after all this organization, you also don’t want to be spending every free moment in THE DAILY ILLINI FILE PHOTO your dorm room. It will The exterior of Blaisdell Hall of the Pennsylvania Avenue Residence Halls awaits a new semester. start to feel even smaller While living in a dorm room has its challenges, there are hidden gems among the chaos. than it actually is if you are ELISABETH SAYASANE

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in there all the time. Some of the dorms have great community spaces, so you could take your laptop out there and meet some of the people living on your floor.

Try taking your studying to the library or one of the

your dorm room can be fun some of the time for hosting movie nights and trying to cram as many people as possible into the tiny space. For the most part, though, your dorm should be primarily for sleeping and studying.

One of the most over whel m i ng things about college is the lack of privacy or time to be alone. Living in such close proximity to other people can be hard. Try to do all you can so that your dorm room is not a place of stress but a place of relaxation where you can go take a nap if you need it. You’re stuck in coffee shops around cam- the dorms for a year, so do pus. Go hang out with your the best you can with it. friends on the Main Quad or at the Union. Staying in eis3@dailyillini.com

The truth is, though, living in a college dorm is an experience like no other. If you have the right mindset and tools to deal with the difficulties that may arise, you can stay productive and enjoy your year there.

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Your room is a sanctuary Consider bringing these college must-haves JILLIAN LITTLE ASSISTANT BUZZ EDITOR

College is filled with just as many good experiences as there are bad. If you’re just showing up to the University, some of you might have a difficult time trying to find that right balance of a thriving social life and academic career. Above that, selfcare sets these aspects of life in motion; however, the self-care people don’t really pay attention to is how we treat our own rooms. Dorm rooms can give a powerful insight into how a person is doing emotionally and physically. The general rule, with some exceptions, is that a messy room equals a messy life.

Here are some tips to treating your room with the respect it deserves to potentially improve the quality of your life.

Be a minimalist

Only take things to school that you really need or add value to your life. For example, it’s probably not the best idea to bring a drum-kit that you stopped playing consistently years ago. However, maybe bring drumsticks and find a band or practice room on campus.

Something everyone is guilty of is bringing more clothes than they actually need. Unless you’re the type of person to have a completely different outfit for each day, go through your closet at home and critically think about how much you wear or love an article of clothing, and consider whether you would wear it on a daily basis or did you buy it, wear it once and it’s now sitting in the back of the closet?

If the answer was the latter, you likely shouldn’t bring it.

Develop a good relationship with roommates

it with an open dialogue so it won’t happen again. If you’re uncomfortable with something, speak up! You don’t have to be best friends with them, but the ability to coexist with them really helps stress you out less.

You own half of that space and have a right to be there. Counting down the days until summer break because of bad communication doesn’t help and you’ll be miserable in the end.

Clean your room regularly

This should be a given! Not only does it stop a build-up of clutter (and possible insect infestations), but it gives you a clean space to unwind, meditate and sleep after a long day.

Just because you’re away from your family back home doesn’t mean you can completely trash the place. However, you don’t “have” to make your bed each morning either as getting to class on time can be a struggle.

“Regularly” is subjective and should be determined through your own discretion (whether you’re super clean or a total slob). The most important thing to remember is that roommates will definitely notice if there are any crumbs or, in extreme cases, nail clippings on the floor.

Invest in a broom, dustpan and Clorox wipes.

Clean your refrigerator

Throughout the year, tasks for school will pile on in droves.

This ultimately draws attention from the things we take for granted every day and don’t expect to be a problem in the long run. This is fine until that peach you’ve been saving for three weeks in the fridge turns into a moldy, rotten mess with a massive cavity in the middle. For the sake of health, safety and common courtesy, remember to clean out your fridge. Also, don’t buy more of the things that are just going to sit in there without being eaten. Not one wants to open a refrigerator door to the sight and smell of something that could’ve been taken care of weeks ago.

Most of you will be sharing a space with someone for an entire school year, whether that person is your best friend or a complete stranger. This is probably daunting considering all of the horror stories you’ve heard over the years. Though bad roommate situations are inevitable, try to lay out some ground rules and comfortability beforehand. If any ten- jel3@dailyillini.com sion arises after that, alleviate

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I’m an out-of-state student, so when I’m at school and realize I forgot to bring an essential item, I can’t just ask my mother to bring it next weekend; I have to go to the store to buy a new one, and that adds up when you have to do it at least ten times every year. As if that isn’t reason enough, there are some things you need immediately and cannot wait to buy, which makes it very difficult and inconvenient when said thing is missing. So for all my fellow out-of-staters as well as in-staters, I have provided a guide for some of the must-have supplies you never would have thought to bring to school. You can thank me later.

Costumes

There may only be one or there may be many, but it is highly likely you will be invited to a themed party, whether it’s Hawaiian, ‘80s or whiteout. You could go to Ragstock every time you need themed articles of clothing, or you could wear your own clothes you brought from home in preparation for something like this, which is about a million times better. Plus, it means no one else will have the same outfit as you, so you will stand out in a good way.

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I-Guides help a student unpack her things from her car and put them onto a cart for easier transport to her room. I-Guides are there to make to make your move-in as smooth as possible.

loc bags, but you would be surprised how useful they can actually be. You can bag snacks for class, pack up a suitcase with less of a fuss and seal foul-smelling garDisinfecting wipes bage when you don’t want Messes are easy to cre- to make the trek down the ate and time-consuming to hall to the floor’s trash bin, clean up if you don’t have among other things. the right materials. That’s where disinfecting wipes Multiple phone chargers I brought two phone charcome in. They are easy to use and will remove any lin- gers to school because one gering smells to ensure your was falling apart, but it’s room stays as good as new. still functioning today, and Not only can you use them two chargers ended up being to clean messes but also to one of the best investments I freshen up an area and keep ever made. Keep one in your it sanitary. You’ll be glad to backpack for those long days have these during flu sea- that will drain your battery son, which, in college, lasts and one in your room as a default option. If you only just about all year. have one, you will have to Ziploc bags unplug and plug the same I would never have charger everywhere, and dreamed I would need Zip- it will likely be easy to for-

home for a weekend, bring a duffel bag. They are convenient to carry around and compact to store, and while your backpack is easy to carry, it is likely not Tupperware large enough to bring all the Maybe you want to pic- essentials on your trip, so nic with friends on the Main make sure you have a duffel Quad, or maybe you know as a backup. you’re going to get hungry later and want to save some Sewing kit of that dining hall food as You might never even need a midnight snack. Tupper- it, but for that one emergenware is the answer. With- cy situation in which you or out Tupperware, you will your friend does, you will be realize how difficult it can thanking your lucky stars be to fit a pizza box into an you thought to bring it with already-overflowing refrig- you to school. Whether it’s a erator, so save yourself the rip in your pants, a dress in trouble and just buy it. need of hemming or a broken shoe strap, sewing kits Duffel bag can mend fashion disasters If you’re planning on in a flash. going on a few trips with your friends during the rvking2@dailyillini..com school year or going back get to bring when you need it or you might leave it at a friend’s house. Two chargers will help you avoid being chargerless.

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Move-in day is right around the corner and if you’re one of the incoming students preparing for your freshman year, know you have an exciting road ahead of you. Your journey at the University of Illinois will be full of endless opportunities to pursue your passions, learn from professors who will open up your mind and meet friends who will soon feel like family.

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A dorm room is decorated in Carr Hall on Oct. 4, 2017. When you first move out on your own for college, it is important to set good cleaning habits to keep your new space tidy.

Set clean habits for college HANNAH PRESTON COPY CHIEF

The day has come. You pack up your childhood memories into boxes and put them into your mom’s minivan until it’s too full to fit to fit anything other than a driver.

When you move out of your childhood home, you may be ready to start anew with nothing but your computer in hand. However, if you are like I was when I moved away from home, it was incredibly difficult to keep in mind what I was there for in the first place. While memories are important to indulge in to keep feelings of homesickness at bay, it’s important to leave room for the new memories — and the growth — you will find in this room. Stay organized with these tips!

concentrated more on while living in a teeny time room with limited space to myself.

With a roommate who rarely left her own workspace, I tended to dwell in public spaces with tables rather than do work at my desk in my room. Because of this, my desk collected quite a bit of stuff and left me with one more reason to avoid working in my room altogether.

This habit has followed me into apartment living; I often opt for crowded public spaces when I have a multitude of perfectly good surfaces at my own place. Take advantage of the solitude your desk offers by keeping it cleared off, and make it inviting with candles, lamps and lots of sticky notes and pens so you’ll want to sit down to knock out your homework.

huge benefit to clearing away out-of-season clothing items when your closet is the size of a refrigerator box. Keep some shorts for that random heat streak in January and a jacket or two stored away for the freak negative-20 degree day after you think spring is here to stay, but other than that, get rid of your clunky snow boots once the weather warms up if you can afford using the extra space on your bus ride home. Keep your winter coat around until at least the end of March, though; random snow storms can haunt college students until summer has solidly arrived.

Snack cleanly (in more ways than one)

sure to regularly replace any perishable items like milk or eggs gone bad so you’ll always have the materials to make your boxed macaroni and cheese. Keep your shelf in the pantry fresh and updated with foods easily built into meals so you’ll be motivated to eat at home rather than going out. Make a grocery list and keep it up-to-date with things you know you need and meals you might want to try so you can shop intentionally rather than drifting from one aisle to the next. Be sure to stock plenty of grab-and-go foods in stock, too; things like protein bars or pre-portioned fruits and vegetables like apple slices or carrots make healthy and satisfying treats to keep you full while running between classes, meetings and work without breaks to head home.

The fastest way to anger your roommate is to leave your smelly leftovers in the Keep your room tidy and Clean out your closet fridge and bags of chips all your desk tidier regularly and with purpose over your shared counterThis bit of advice is someWith so many changing space. Clean out your fridge hlp2@dailyillini.com thing I wish I would have seasons in Illinois, there is a at least once a week, and be

For many students, not seeing your family every day is a big adjustment, and not having you around every day is probably going to be a big deal for them, too.

have cooked your meals, given you rides and helped with homework during your time in high school.

Don’t be afraid to acknowledge the big changes ahead as you prepare for move-in day. Often it’s difficult to see beyond the logistics of moving, like the extensive packing lists and the textbook purchases, but taking some time to remember what this day means for the people you love will make the experience feel smoother and more meaningful.

Move-in day can also come with frustrations; packing and unpacking can be stressful and tiring. It might be tempting to take your feelings out on your family but remember they are only there to show support for you. Snapping at your family over a misplaced box or an over-packed car will only sour a day that’s meant to be a testament to your accomplishments.

Move-in day is hectic, stressful and endlessly exciting. It can also be bittersweet for some students and their families. As your time at Illinois commences, don’t be afraid to take some time to slow down, and reflect on the journey you took to get here. During move-in day, thank your parents for everything they might have done to get you to this point. They are so proud of you and hearing you say how grateful you are for the opportunity to attend college will mean the world to them.

And for all of those students who might not have their parents support as they begin their college experience, know your journey is valid and you have so much to be proud of.

Move-in day is exciting and overwhelming in the best way possible, but it might also feel a bit sad. On move-in day, you’ll be preparing to close the book on one chapter of your life and begin the process of moving into another. That said, as you move into your residence hall this year, please remember this day holds as much significance for your parents as it does for you.

In all of the stress, fear and excitement you might be experiencing on movein day, keep in mind your family is probably feeling it right along with you.

For many students, not seeing your family every day is a big adjustment, and not having you around every day is probably going to be a big deal for them, too. Your parents might kmp2@dailyillini.com

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Experience CU in a meal with your parents ly recommends their Cuban sandwich) to signature pizzas, pastas and burgers. The menu isn’t for the faint of heart as the ingredients can get a bit adventurous, but for the foodie family, Destihl is a fantastic place to chow down at the end of move-in day.

Pro-tip: If you like Destihl’s regular menu, try to go back on a weekend for their brunch; their chicken and biscuit is my personal favorite.

RACHEL SPENCER ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR

After move-in, it comes without question all the shuffling and unpacking can work up an appetite. While there’s nothing wrong with heading out to one of the many chain restaurants for one last meal with mom and dad before the start of the school year, it’s worth considering a few local Champaign-Urbana favorites at the end of such a busy day.

Black Dog Smoke & Ale House (Downtown Champaign and Urbana)

Sakanaya (Green Street)

If venturing into downtown Champaign seems a A local barbecue spot bit too much after moving in, Green Street’s own Sakanathat’s even been featured KENYON EDMOND THE DAILY ILLINI ya is another popular destion the Big Ten Network’s “Campus Eats” program, Students eat at Merry Ann’s Diner located at 701 S. Gregory St. nation, especially for sushi Black Dog is one place most on Sept. 30. Merry Ann’s is a popular late-night destination. lovers. The small restauUI students know and love. rant tends to always be busy, The Champaign location barbecue sauces, it’s a place Destihl Restaurant and which is a good sign if you’re is especially unique, as it is that’s almost always worth Brew Works (Downtown looking for a good meal.

Champaign) located in a renovated train the wait.

Pro-tip: Sakanaya can be station. Because of its popAnother restaurant locat- a bit pricey, so keep that in Pro-tip: If you want to try ularity, Black Dog can get Black Dog’s famous burnt ed in downtown Champaign, mind when considering your busy on major days like ends, try to get to the restau- Destihl offers its patrons a dining destination. move-in, but with its vast rant as close to five o’clock as wide range of options, stemmenu offering a wide array possible; they go fast! ming from its eclectic sand- Merry Ann’s Diner (multiple of smoked meats, sides and wich menu (this Illini high- locations) A Champaign-Urbana classic loved by current students and alumni alike, Merry Ann’s is a classic greasy spoon diner that serves up breakfast, burgers and sandwiches well into the early hours of the morning. If you’re moving into a dorm in Urbana, check out the location near the Krannert Center. For those living in Ikenberry Commons, the original Merry Ann’s on Neil Street is a short drive from the Champaign dormitories.

While definitely not the most sophisticated spot on this list, Merry Ann’s is a great place for a new student’s first meal as an official Illini.

Pro-tip: For the full diner AKI AKHAURI THE DAILY ILLINI experience, swap a water or The Black Dog Smoke & Ale House in Urbana is pictured on April 30. Two locations are open in a soda for one of Merry Ann’s C-U: one in downtown Champaign and the other in Urbana. hand-dipped milkshakes

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Sakanaya is located at 403 E. Green St. The sushi restaurant doubles as a chicken joint after normal dinner hours.

(this Illini personally loves range from chicken tenders their chocolate shake). to burgers to their extremely generous “Irish nachos,” Murphy’s Pub (Green so Murphy’s earns a spot on Street) this list not only for its conAnother Green Street sta- venient location but for its ple for move-in day food is variety of pub food offerings.

Murphy’s Pub. Well-known Pro-tip: Murphy’s ranch for its French fries and well- dressing goes well with pretloved booths and tables, ty much anything on their Murphy’s is a popular desti- menu; try it on fries or with nation for families, Universi- their chicken tenders. ty faculty and, of course, Illinois students. Food options rachels4@dailyillini.com

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Embrace your tiny space you’ll call home this year

ed photos from your phone’s camera roll, pillows and hanging lights are all inexpensive accessories that can alter the feel of your space without altering the balance in your bank account.

The collegiate experience is probably one of the first times in your life when you’ve been able to turn the key in the doorknob and say “This is my space,” so make it feel that way. A room can feel bigger if its filled with personality.

PARI APOSTOLAKOS MANAGING EDITOR FOR REPORTING

One of the most common complaints college students have about university life is downsizing. Going from living in a larger space (presumably with one’s family) to unpacking your entire life into a residence hall double is certainly challenging.

However – believe it or not – there are certain benefits to less square footage. Take a look at five of them in the list down below.

Cleaning is, like, the fastest thing ever

A smaller space tends to become messier faster than a larger one. Getting ready for a night out can cause some serious damage in the blink of an eye, but because the space is so compact, cleaning it is not only easy but also satisfying. Fold a few t-shirts, stack some books on a shelf, make your bed, two strokes of a vacuum and all of the sudden your crib is looking like a Pottery Barn advertisement. Who knew?

Learn to live with less

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Students walk past the Weston Residence Hall. Weston is located in the northern section of the Ikenberry Commons.

space is so small, there are literally only a handful of places your lost item could have ended up. Looking for your watch, the remote control or your laptop charger is much less intimidating when you don’t have to climb It’s not as easy to lose stuff stairs, throw couch cushions See benefit number one around or tear apart dozens listed above. Because your of drawers. Almost every-

thing is in plain sight – it has er be anywhere but there, nowhere else to go. and you’ll find some of your best campus hangouts out Smaller spaces encourage of sheer boredom. Somehow you to go forth and explore pretending to study while If you thought cabin fever actually being on social was bad before college, wait media in a coffee shop just until you’re cooped up in feels better. Also, becoming a residence hall all year. involved in the University The urge to leave becomes and its many organizations so strong that you’d rath- outside of the classroom is

one of the best parts of being a student here, so don’t sit around in your extra long twin bed too long.

Cheap decorations do a lot

This is, arguably, the most important benefit of shacking up in a tiny abode.

Because space is so limited, the knick-knacks and chachkies you previously couldn’t live without become entirely disposable to you, and attachment to material things becomes significantly less evident. Not to mention, the discovery that only about half of your closet is worn on a regular basis has undoubtedly caused some huge donation piles to show up at the local thrift store.

Personalizing your space doesn’t need a steep price tag. It’s not like you have the room for that many decora- parina2@dailyillini.com tions anyway. Posters, print-

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Expect these things on your first move-in day JULIE KANG ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR

Not everyone’s movein experience will be the same. Some students choose to minimize the amount of belongings they bring while other students want to fit as many things as they can in their dorm room. Some students walk into their room and like it, whereas others walk in and groan. Some already know their roommate, while others exchange awkward “hi’s” and “nice to meet you’s.”

Regardless of what your situation is, moving in is the first step toward college life. Here are some things to expect — and not expect — on move-in day to help you prepare for the big transition:

Expect a lot of people

Unless you are a new student of a living-learning community, all new freshmen and transfer students are expected to move in on the same day. The University is big, so expect lots of traffic as well as frazzled people everywhere. Take this opportunity to meet new people: Say hi to someone in line, help a fellow resident carry something in or introduce yourself to dorm neighbors.

Expect to get sweaty

No matter what the weather is like when you move in, the process of hauling your belongings from the car into your dorm room will be tiring. Don’t be afraid to ask the I-Guide staff for help. I-Guides will be stationed at every residence hall to welcome you to campus and help you move in. Use the moving carts provided by the University so you don’t have to carry everything by hand.

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An I-Guide helps a student moving into a dorm in the Ikenberry Commons move their things from a car to a cart on Aug. 22, 2013. I-Guides are there to help you move your possessions into your room to make the process as smooth as possible.

going to be nice to have more freedom than when you lived at home, you may feel slightly homesick in the beginning. Move-in day is an emotional day for many Expect a couple of tears parents as well; if they shed here and there a couple of tears, just give Saying goodbye to fam- them a hug and reassure ily may be tougher than them you’ll have fun and you thought. Although it’s learn lots.

Don’t expect to finish unpacking and organizing in a few hours

Getting everything into your dorm, putting clothes in drawers and organizing your belongings can take longer than you think. You also have to check in and get your keys before mov-

ing into your room, so manage your time wisely. Moving in may take more than one day, so don’t be frustrated if you can’t finish by the end of the night. Get the big, important tasks done first (making your bed, getting most of your clothes in drawers), and the rest can be done a little bit at a time.

Don’t expect to feel at home on the first night

a year, can be scary. Know in time, your room will be your new home.

Move-in day can be stressful, but try to appreciate it. At the end of the year, this will all be a meaningful memory.

Your dorm room will eventually feel like home, but on the first night after a hectic day of moving in, you might feel out of place.

Adjusting to a completely new environment, let alone sekang2@dailyillini.com one you have to live in for

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College is an opportunity to embrace change SIDNEY MADDEN ASSISTANT FEATURES EDITOR

Twenty days before moving in freshman year, I had a meltdown. It was a proper meltdown that resulted in puffy eyes and a runny nose. (It was also coincidentally my dad’s birthday, and I sobbed writing him a sentimental note that now commemorates said meltdown with its smudged ink and dried tears.) It was like I had blinked and the summer had flown by — a blur of grad parties, impromptu hangouts and celebratory trips.

I have long had this dryerase board calendar in my room. This calendar is beautiful — sexy even. I take great satisfaction in stepping back and looking at my colorcoded, day-to-day schedule, basking in the rainbow of the planned events ahead.

But in early August, 20 days before move-in of my freshman year, I could not see the full month ahead. I was quite literally drawing a blank. Yeah, I had figured out my class schedule (mind you, I also had two early morning lectures and a Friday evening discussion that semester — perhaps the real genesis of the meltdown), but I couldn’t imagine what my life would be like on campus. What clubs would I join? Who would I be friends with? Where would I hang out?

Those first few weeks, I kept myself on a tight schedule because I found great comfort in clinging to something familiar. While I don’t necessarily regret how I handled all the change because we all have different coping mechanisms, I do think I missed out on experiences and opportunities because I said no when I wanted to say yes.

To be clear, these are not everyone’s feelings leading up to move-in — many students are excited to start this chapter of newfound independence and early adulthood, and I’d say most students are filled with both excitement and nerves.

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Students work in the main lounge at Allen Hall. While many new students may be looking forward to the many changes going away to college promises, it is important to remember this is time to embrace all the change you can to prepare yourself for the life ahead of you.

Regardless, we all have to learn to adapt to the change.

Maybe for some that means honing in on your executive functioning skills to better manage your time. Or may-

be, if you’re like me, it’s learning to let go a little.

Ultimately, how we choose to approach change is a matter of perspective.Yes, there is dorm food to be eaten, but at

least there are no dishes. Yes, there are three-hour labs, but there are also early afternoon naps (schedule-permitting, of course). Yes, there is a tiny dorm room to be shared with

little to no privacy, but there are also late-night, heartto-heart conversations with roommates and floormates.

Someone once said, “Change is the only constant

in life.” How lucky we are to begin practicing the act of embracing change for the lifetime of change ahead. sidneym2@dailyillini.com

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Welcome week habits determine your semester SHANA OLIVERO VIDEO EDITOR

Moving onto a college campus for the first time is an incredible experience filled with many emotions.

Incoming students are excited, nervous, scared or anxious. Luckily, the University fills the first few weeks of school with numerous events to make students feel right at home and make plenty of friends. Here are some ways to make the most of your college move-in experience.

Attend Welcome Week events

There are so many events during the first few weeks for you to meet people, get free stuff and to make the campus feel like home. There are events held by the University, your residence hall and RSOs on campus. Make sure you know what is happening and where so you can plan out which ones you want to go, too.

Enjoy living on your own

This may be the first time you are living on your own, so take advantage of it! Have friends over often, show them how you set up your dorm room and take this time to socialize. The first few weeks are the best time to get out and be with friends before classes and exams start picking up.

Rather than sitting inside in your room alone, use this time to explore campus and familiarize yourself with your new home.

Organize your things

Organization is key when you are a college student.

Make sure you have everything lined up for your classes, get all of your books, walk the route to class so you know what buildings and rooms they are in and have your planner ready for the school year. Staying organized will help you start off your college experience on a good note, and learning to tidy up once in a while will help make this transition to

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A RSO performs on a stage in front of the Illini Union during Quad Day on Aug. 26. Welcome week is full of events and the excitement of a new semester with lots to bring, but it is important to remember to consider setting productive habits early on in the semester.

college as smooth as possible, in college you only have so as well as the places you may much space to live in. Bring go in the future. clothes you know you will wear, and leave anything Only bring the necessities you do not absolutely need at We always overpack so we home. If you live in-state, you won’t forget anything, but can have your family bring it

to you which also gives them a reason to come visit. Dorm rooms are not spacious, and it will help you stay organized if you have less clutter.

Overall, your college move in experience is unique and

special. Not everybody has this experience, so enjoy this exciting time of your life while you can. Moving in your freshman year is the most exciting, and you should take advantage of all

the festivities planned and use this time to make new friends and enjoy being on campus before classes and homework start to pick up. solive7@dailyillini.com

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Get to know what your residence hall has to offer JOSE ZEPEDA ASSISTANT DAYTIME EDITOR

Many of you may want to get an apartment as soon as you can, but there is no need to rush. Living in the dorm is an experience in-and-of itself, so enjoy residence hall life while it lasts.

As a freshman, it is a given you’ll live in a residence hall for the duration of your first school year. To make sure it is a memorable time, get to know what your residence hall has and take advantage of it.

All of the residence halls are huge. Many of you will go into April of your freshman year and still find new rooms you never knew existed.

Avoid this mistake.

Say you had enough of The Red Lion for once and you and a bunch of other friends want to stay indoors and watch a movie. You got the chips, soda and popcorn – things are set. But then, your friends say they want to munch on something sweet, such as cookies. You have no more Chips Ahoys, and everyone says they want freshly baked cookies. The microwave just won’t cut it this time.

All seems hopeless until you remember your residence hall has a kitchen for the residents to use. You grab some cookie dough and bake those cookies. Your night is saved.

Yes, some of the residence halls feature kitchens for you to use as you like. Besides bake cookies, you can use it to teach yourself how to cook something else besides instant ramen noodles. Grab your friends and show off your newly acquired culinary skills.

Let’s say your roommate isn’t showing their best etiquette and is distracting you from studying for your big midterm. You know you need to do well on this midterm or else you will have to drop the course and retake it. You leave your room and look for a study room, but they are all taken.

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Students sit in the lounge on the main floor of the Weston Residence Hall. While each residence hall is unique, all of them contain amenities that offer places to work and to relax, from free-to-use pool tables to quiet libraries to well-equipped workout centers.

You start to think about what your future schedules will look like once you drop the course, but then you remember your residence hall has a library. You check it out and are impressed by how quiet it is. You find a free table and get back to your studying. You ace the midterm.

Of course, the in-house libraries offer more than just a surprisingly empty place to study. In the case of the University Housing libraries, they offer books, chargers, DVDs, video games and even laptops to rent. They are usually open very late, too, making them very flexible to your schedule.

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Here’s ne more scenario.

You go to the Illini Union to play some pool, but all the tables are full. You and friends were going to run a tournament and are disappointed you cannot play, but, alas, the residence hall saves the day again. You remember there is a pool table located in the lobby. You and your

friends check it out. It’s unoccupied. The tournament goes on.

Most of the residence halls feature some sort of entertainment in the form of table tennis, pool, foosball tables, pianos and big televisions for large crowds. You don’t have to go out to Green Street every night. Kick back, relax

and enjoy what you’ve got inside your residence hall.

Residence halls offer more than just a place to study or a place to sleep. You’re going to be living there for nine months, so make the most of the dorm experience. jzped4@dailyillini.com

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Learn roommate etiquette: Treat your roommate well LUCAS OSWALD OPINIONS EDITOR

One of the greatest causes of anxiety for the incoming freshman is the dreaded roommate. Either the biggest blessing or the biggest curse of a student’s college premier, the person with whom you’ll share your ten-foot-by-tenfoot box certainly merits some consideration.

Will they borrow your favorite shoes before making the trek to KAM’s on a rainy night, returning them soaking wet and covered in stains that smell like stale booze and vomit? Will they talk loudly on the phone into the wee hours of the morning? Will they have less than romantic encounters in your room without so much as sticking a sock on the doorknob? Will they steal your things? Will they smell? Will you hate them?

Or, will they instead borrow your shoes and return them cleaner than they were originally? Will they instead talk to you until orange rays peek over the horizon? Will they instead give ample warning in advance of their d’alliances? Will they instead help you find the phone you’re sure you left in one of the five lecture halls you were in that day? Will they instead help you keep the room clean?

Will you love them?

As the fateful day of your meeting approaches, you’re all most likely wondering which category your own roommate will fit into. But remember: They’re wondering the same thing.

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You can paint a dark, terrible experience or a light, happy one. Thus, make all your strokes good ones: ones that’ll light up your canvas and create the best possible relationship.

Every stroke is important, but the beginning ones are even more so. There’s nothing like a first impression. As such, make sure to cultivate

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Upon receiving your roommate information from the MyHousing portal, send a quick text introducing yourself. If you’re lacking ideas of how to spark a conversation, ask them about school. What are they looking forward to most? What are they dreading? Just try to get to know each other.

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This means never to turn on the main light in the room if your roommate is sleeping — no matter what time it is. In that same vein, avoid overly noisy activities while they’re sleeping. Do nothing you think would wake the average person.

If your roommate is studying, be respectful and keep as quiet as possible. When your roommate walks in, say hi every time, even if you’re in the middle of something.

Take out the trash whenever

you notice it’s full, no matter who took it out last. If you make a mess, clean it up. If they walk in and you’re playing music or watching television, put in headphones.

They don’t want to hear you re-watch “The Office” for the sixth time.

Keep them in the loop as to your whereabouts. If you’re going to the library, let them know and/or ask them if they want to come with. To be clear, I am not suggesting you have to tell them where you are at all times. They aren’t your guardian, and

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Communicate. Like any friendship, you must communicate. Ask them how their day was. Tell them how yours was. If they look stressed or despondent, ask them what’s wrong.

To sum up, treat them like a human being. I promise you, no matter how inhumanly loud their gulps of water are,

they are not aliens sent to dismember you in your sleep. In fact, they’re probably a person just like you and worth talking to.

With a little luck and by following these simple guidelines, you can have the positive roommate experience so many of us missed out on. These tips were painfully learned through the trial and error of those who came before you. Keep them in mind and make every stroke count. You won’t regret it. loswald2@dailyillini.com

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Keep your health in mind with dining choices AVA TRAVERSO SPECIAL SECTIONS EDITOR

The experience of starting a new life at college can conjure a million emotions: excitement, fear, sadness, joy and multitudes of emotion I have not listed. One of the largest things of moving away from home can be the newfound responsibility of living on your own (in a sense).

One of the biggest things to watch for on top of that is keeping track of diet, especially in the dining hall environment. With all you can eat food, a plethora of fried options and tons of desserts, it can be hard to eat healthy with all of the temptations around. Here are some tips and tricks to make sure you avoid the notorious ‘freshman fifteen’ and form healthy eating habits for the rest of your college years.

Don’t spend more time in the dining hall than necessary

Where it can be nice to spend an hour catching up with your new friends over dinner, spending excessive time in the dining hall can be counterproductive. Not only is that time keeping you from doing other things, but the longer you sit, the more tempted you will be to overeat. In my experience, I noticed I tend to eat more unhealthily when I am just sitting in the dining hall longer than I needed to. A better option could be to eat with the group and then move the conversation to a place more conducive for hanging out.

Be mindful of choices

Where it can be easy to get swept away when it comes to making your own dietary choices without a parent making meals for you, it is still important to practice moderation with portion sizes and picking meals. No, no one is telling you you have to strictly eat salads or vegetables. As with everything in life, diet just requires a balance between the good and the not-so-good. Making

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active choices to add healthier foods into your diet, as well as the comfort food favorites, can go a long way when having a healthy lifestyle.

Water is touted as the miracle cure for everything, from clearing your skin, to getting rid of headaches and other woes. This relates to the dining halls with the Drink more water expansive drink selections I know this line is often offered across campus. From beaten like a dead horse. sugary sodas, like Sprite and

Coca-Cola, and fruit juices, drinking these every day can lead to the buildup of empty calories.

A better way to avoid this would be to save the other drinks for certain occasions, like one meal a day, and try to stick with water for the rest.

Bringing a reusable water bottle around campus is also an excellent way to stay hydrated. That way, you can avoid getting all jittery from the sugar as well.

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Explore your new campus on your first night KELLY JOHNSON EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

You’ve just spent the last few hours moving basically your whole life into your shoebox of a room for you to call home for the year — unless you we’re able to convince your parents you needed a private dorm with the extra spacing. My mom didn’t quite fall for that one.

Regardless of where you’re living, the final moment of moving in your last box of high school t-shirts will come, and whoever moved you in will be leaving in their nowempty car. Or if you moved yourself in, eventually you will finish reorganizing your closet or where each throw pillow will lay.

You’ll get to the point when there’s no more rearranging to do and you’ll sit there with your roommate or roommates and wonder… “What now?”

Well, have no fear. I’ve got some ideas to keep you and your new-found friends busy for your first night at college.

Walk around campus

You’re going to be here for a really long time, so walk around get to know it all.

Check out the classic of the Main Quad, but also be a little more adventurous and try checking out the Japan House Garden the first night. You could also use the first night to figure out where your classes are. Go with your roomKENYON EDMOND THE DAILY ILLINI mates, and do a dry run of your schedule. That way when People walk through the intersection of Green and Wright streets on April 26. Your first night on campus may seem weird, but it can be a chance to explore. the first day comes, it won’t be so scary. where you’re living so you yourself. You might feel stu- bee on the Main Quad with ing to Jarlings for some ice no matter what you do, but can grab a bunch of different pid at first, but how else are you your first night. cream or just sitting in bed remember it’s just your first Check out Green Street foods for different restau- you supposed to make some playing “20 Questions” back night. Try not to put too much Head over to Green Street rants. Make it a picnic where friends? Honestly, everyone is Relax with your roommate and fourth. If you’re lucky pressure on it. You have the You’re about to live with this person will become one next year to figure out what and try out a restaurant, and everyone can try a little taste scared to be the one to make no — not a chain restaurant of Green Street. the first step the first few this person for the next year, of your best friends, so make you’ll want to be doing with you can get at home. Try a weeks of college, but everyone so spend your first night just the extra time and effort to get your college evenings. is looking for new friends. So relaxing with them and get- to know them. restaurant you don’t recog- Make some friends nize. Even better, try and get Go around your dorm or be bold, keep your door open, ting to know them. This can Overall, your first night of kellymj2@dailyillini.com a group of kids together from apartment and introduce and ask people to go play fris- be by watching T.V., head- college will feel kind of weird

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Download apps to make your campus transition easy KAYLA BROWN ASSISTANT BUZZ EDITOR

Navigating college can seem difficult, but thankfully there are so many resources right at our fingertips. Whether you need to eat, study or get somewhere quick, there’s probably an app for that. Here are a couple apps you should probably download on movein day to make adjusting to campus a bit easier.

Compass 2g/Blackboard

This is the application version of the website the majority of your classes will be streamlined through. You can find important documents, due dates, announcements and grades. While I’ve found personally the app isn’t as easy to navigate as the desktop version of the site, it’s handy to have if you need to check a due date or a post quickly while you’re out and about.

Uber Eats

The offerings of Uber Eats (or GrubHub, Order Up or any variation of these food delivery apps) are crucial in college. As much as you think you won’t mind walking to get food any time you’re hungry, you’ll eventually find yourself hungry at 2 a.m. when it’s 20 degrees outside, and then food delivery sounds really good. Between the several apps you can choose from, you can get pretty much anything your heart desires delivered right to your door.

Illini Bus

If you have a class that’s really far from your dorm, or you just don’t feel like walking, the Illini Bus app can help you navigate the Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District bus system. At first, the bus system seems scary and confusing, but it’s actually super easy once you’ve learned all the different bus lines. This app tells you what buses are close to you, when they’re coming and what they’re routes are. It’s pretty foolproof, at least when it’s not crashing.

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If you’re living in a dorm or using a University meal plan this year, this app is super helpful in figuring out what you can eat across campus.

This app also keeps track of the nutritional value and your Illini Cash balance. With so many useful features, this can become one of your most important apps.

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Quizlet

Whether you want to make a study guide or find an existing one, Quizlet is going to be one of your most frequented apps. You can find past study

guides from the classes you’re currently in to study off of, or you can make an entirely new one from your own notes.

The app allows several different ways to study the con-

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Keeping track of your keys is harder than you’d think SAMANTHA BOYLE NEWS EDITOR

If you are prone to losing things, forgetting where you put things or even just walking into a room and forgetting why you did in the first place, this column is for you.

First and foremost, I want to disclose I myself have lost my keys to my dorm more times than I can count, and I have continued to lose my keys as I’ve moved apartments as well. But, by following these tips I’ve received from others and come up with some myself, the frequency at which I lose my keys has been decreased drastically.

Depending on which dorm or housing arrangement you live in, you may have one key, two keys, a key and a fob or any other possible combination of keys you can think of — the more the merrier, right?

Your first instinct might be to put your keys on a lanyard and just bring that lanyard with you wherever you go. That’s great; if that works for you and you never tend to lose the lanyard, stick to it.

However, for me, putting my keys on a lanyard, which then I would just carelessly throw on my desk or in my backpack or who knows where else, I would lose the lanyard with the key attached to it.

Here are some other ways you can hold onto your keys to make sure they are always safe with you because if you do lose the keys and cannot find them anywhere, you CASSIDY BRANDT THE DAILY ILLINI may be fined to replace the lock, and nobody wants that. have an extra hair tie with least the keys are not going let, if you do this every day, it for you. These phone wal- up a hook by your door to you in times of desperation. anywhere. will feel strange if you walk lets aren’t too expensive, and keep them there, do it. My Put your keys on a hair tie out without this necklace on. you can sometimes even get first year of college, the only or bracelet and wear them Tie your keys onto your Wear keys as a necklace them for free as companies time I would take my keys around your wrist shoelace before you leave If you’ve seen Zoey 101, Keep your keys in your or other organizations use off my wrist was to shower.

One of the first ways I kept If you wear sneakers or this trick might already be phone wallet them as an advertising tactic. I would often still wear them track of my keys when I first shoes with laces quite often, on your radar. If not, I will Within the past couple while sleeping. Other times moved in was tying them this is a good tip for you. just look super clever in giv- of years, the phone wallets Keep keys in one place and I used a Command strip to into a hair tie so I could just Before tying your shoes to ing you this tip. If you have that just stick to the back of one place only hook my keys on for when I wear them around my wrist. leave your dorm for the day, an extra necklace chain lying a phone have become pretty No pun intended, but con- wasn’t wearing them. Figure I would wear them every day lace in your keys and then around or you want to spend popular. Generally meant for sistency is key. Make sure out a plan and stick to it; it to the point that if I forgot to, continue to tie your shoe. a couple bucks getting one money, credit cards and IDs, you’re keeping your keys will only benefit you. it would feel weird walking While this may be just a lit- from a craft store or even these can also be a great spot in one place and one place around without them around tle inconvenient for quick using string, you can throw for your keys. If your key also only. If this means creat- sjboyle2@dailyillini.com my wrist. Additionally, by access to your keys, you can your keys on that and wear it happens to be a card instead ing a spot on your desk to doing this you always will be pretty confident that at as a necklace. Like the brace- of an actual key, this is great keep them there or putting

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Become one with your schedule : Navigating campus TYLER PANLILIO MANAGING EDITOR FOR REPORTING

Let’s face it: The University is a pretty big campus.

With 651 total buildings covering 9.9 square miles of land, getting lost as a new student comes off as nothing out of the ordinary.

Remember what G.I. Joe once said? Knowing is half the battle. Well, there are few worse feelings than the feeling of being absolutely lost on the first day of classes. Sure, maybe you’ve screenshot your schedule, and it’s set as your lock screen background. You might rely on Google Maps to get around, too. That’s all fine and dandy, but we have to dig deeper.

As a senior who was once absolutely lost on the first day of classes my freshman year: Understand where your classes are and how long it will take to get from class to class.

Let’s say on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, you’ve got RHET 105: Writing and Research in the English Building from 10:00 - 10:50 a.m. Your next class, CS 125: Intro to Computer Science, starts at 11, and it’s at the Siebel Center.

A quick Google Maps search tells us it would take 13 minutes, which some might say is still doable. And while you could probably make it in 10 if you powerwalked, we’ve still got a lot to consider. Construction, shortcuts and walking traffic (yes, this is a real thing here) all play into this. And don’t forget about weather!

Rain’s always a fair chance here in central Illinois, but the second it snows, students will pack the buses like sardines in a can. It’ll more or less remain this way until we’re well into springtime.

You might find only

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walking won’t cut it for your schedule this semester. Having the extra time to work out alternatives is a huge relief. Would a bike be better to get around your first semester? Or can you make it by walking the shorter distances and learning the bus routes for the rest? It’s wholly impor-

tant to flesh these out, or at least begin to, while you still have time.

Even better, try and explore the buildings themselves, if possible. Getting a mental image of everything, like what floor the class is on and what the room number is, does wonders. This is — and I cannot

stress this enough — especially crucial if you have a class in the Armory. That building is a maze in of itself.

With the way schedules tend to work out, many students will have three or four classes back-to-back. While it’s important to be a good noodle and go to class, it’s

equally as important to eat, relax or simply have time to do work in between classes. Managing downtime to take care of yourself should remain a top priority.

Taking the time to walk your schedule will be extremely useful, especially as an incoming freshman.

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Get away from the dorms for a bit. They’re overrated, anyway. Might as well get some fresh air and explore campus. Your first-dayof-freshman-year self will thank you. tylerjp2@dailyillini.com

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Cultivate a healthy roommate relationship JAMIE LINTON BRAND MANAGER

Every incoming freshman’s biggest fear is having a not-so-agreeable roommate, but have you ever considered you may be the roommate no one wants to have? Hopefully you’re not.

But, to be sure, follow these tips to maintain a healthy relationship with your roommate.

Establish some basic (and not-so-basic rules)

No matter which residence hall you choose to live in, your resident adviser will make your roommate and you sign a contract that says you’ve written out and discussed some typical roommate qualms. This is helpful; however, it tends to only cover the basics. If there are issues you can anticipate right off the bat that aren’t discussed in the initial contract, make sure you’re discussing these issues with your roommate as well. For example, how late is too late to bring people over? Do you or your roommate have a significant other they plan to invite more than once in a while? It’s best to establish what the roommate expectations are before they become a problem.

Avoid passive aggression

No one likes conflict, but leaving a major issue unaddressed for too long is disrespectful to your roommate and yourself. If you feel uncomfortable starting a conversation in person, shoot them a quick, non-accusatory text asking them to correct their behavior. Remember: It’s much easier to receive a text THE DAILY ILLINI FILE PHOTO that starts with “I feel” than one starting with “you keep A dorm room located in Taft-Van Doren is shown. While having a roommate may sound fun at first, there will be challenges to overcome. doing this.” ily replaced with the count- floor between your bed, pick nus than to get irritated over oyster. There are all sorts of you can of this experience Let things go less memories you’ll make them up. You probably have messes that don’t matter. places you can go on campus that will be over before you There are some bones that in your freshman year resi- small quirks that annoy With these tips in mind, when you’re stressed. can say “residence hall.” should be left unpicked. Col- dence hall. This being said, your roommate equally as realize the amount of time Living in a residence hall After all, you’re paying a lot lege is messy; your quality take this cramped living much. At the end of the day, you spend in your dorm is up is one of the most valuable to be there. of living is going to severe- space for what it is. If your it’s much more important to to you. The best thing about experiences you’ll have on ly decline, but this loss in roommate has a bad habit of make memories you’ll look living in a Campustown this campus, so don’t take jlinton2@dailyillini.com small luxuries will be eas- leaving their t-shirts on the back at fondly as an alum- bubble is the world is your it for granted. Appreciate all

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