Unhappy at Notre Dame

happy1
Fri, 02 Mar 2012 11:47:01 +0000

Also, I know that college students want to and, in most cases, should be independent. But if there is a situation this unacceptable, and you have exhausted all of your outlets to remedy things, it is fine to get your parents involved. Let them call your dorm, Residential Life or whoever it takes to get you in an acceptable situation. In four years of college I interceded only once for my S but it proved to be very helpful. Similarly a friend stepped in and made calls when her son’s freshman roommate was dealing drugs. This is a matter not only of happiness, but of safety as well. Part of growing up and being on your own, is knowing when to ask for help. And certainly, make sure you pick your roommates wisely next year (even if you switch dorms).