Not Happy at College After Your First Semester? Here’s What to Do.
Not Happy at College After Your First Semester? Here’s What to Do.

If you’ve reached the end of your first semester and still don’t feel settled, happy, or “at home” at school,...

Dreading Going Home for Winter Break? You’re Not Alone.
Dreading Going Home for Winter Break? You’re Not Alone.

Winter break is supposed to feel cozy — hot chocolate, movies, time off, and finally sleeping in your own bed...

What to Do If You Don’t Do Well on Finals: A Supportive Guide for College Students
What to Do If You Don’t Do Well on Finals: A Supportive Guide for College Students

The end of the semester can feel like a lot. Suddenly everything you’ve learned for months is supposed to show...

Home for Winter Break? Here’s How to Handle Seeing Your Ex
Home for Winter Break? Here’s How to Handle Seeing Your Ex

Going home for the holidays can be a mix of cozy and chaotic — familiar streets, your favorite coffee spot,...

Feeling Weird in Your Body After Starting College? Here’s Why It’s Normal
Feeling Weird in Your Body After Starting College? Here’s Why It’s Normal

College changes a lot more than your zip code. Your schedule, your sleep, your stress, your food—all of it shifts...

Struggling with Grades in College? Here’s How to Get Back on Track
Struggling with Grades in College? Here’s How to Get Back on Track

Even the most motivated students hit a wall sometimes. College classes are harder, expectations are higher, and suddenly your old...

Dear Dormie: How Do I Balance Everything Without Burning Out?
Dear Dormie: How Do I Balance Everything Without Burning Out?

College can feel like a juggling act—classes, clubs, part-time jobs, social life, and somehow still finding time to eat, sleep,...

Dear Dormie: My Roommate Said They Were Clean… But They’re Actually Super Messy
Dear Dormie: My Roommate Said They Were Clean… But They’re Actually Super Messy

Roommates are a huge part of dorm life—and sometimes, reality doesn’t quite match the expectation. One student wrote in with...

Dear Dormie: Did I Pick the Wrong Sorority?
Dear Dormie: Did I Pick the Wrong Sorority?

Sorority recruitment is a whirlwind: long days, emotional decisions, and lots of pressure to “find your home.” But what happens...

Dear Dormie: What If I Haven’t Found My People Yet?
Dear Dormie: What If I Haven’t Found My People Yet?

When you picture college, it’s easy to imagine instantly clicking with a group of friends who feel like family. But...

Dear Dormie: Did I Pick the Right School?
Dear Dormie: Did I Pick the Right School?

Choosing a college is one of the biggest decisions you’ve made so far. You spent months (or years!) researching, applying,...

Dear Dormie: What If I'm Still Feeling Homesick Months Into College?
Dear Dormie: What If I'm Still Feeling Homesick Months Into College?

Starting college is a huge transition. You’re balancing classes, meeting new people, figuring out how to share a room, and...

Dear Dormie: What if My Roommate’s Boyfriend Stays Over?
Dear Dormie: What if My Roommate’s Boyfriend Stays Over?

Question:My roommate’s long-distance boyfriend is coming to stay in our dorm for several days. I feel uncomfortable about him being...

Dormie’s Founder, Olivia Erwin Rosenthal, was recently featured in Architectural Digest!
Dormie’s Founder, Olivia Erwin Rosenthal, was recently featured in Architectural Digest!

As the creative force behind Olivia Erwin Interiors, Olivia is known for creating spaces that are both personal and editorial-worthy. Her...