When I set off for a university, I had an idea of the amount of people I would be in close proximity with and prepared myself to live with a more greatly varying populace than I ever did. For as many people there were, the college instated just as many guidelines that we had to follow. Of course, as is the case with any mob-like gathering of bodies, most of the points weren’t abided by faithfully. Although this was inevitable, there was still a general awareness of etiquette regardless of whether or not they were followed. The following are some tips to having a pleasant showering experience
One of the rules that was constantly being violated on our floor was the timed bathroom showers. At home, you often spend over half an hour in your own private shower stall, taking your time to lather yourself up thoroughly. At college, time is money and longer your shower sessions are, the more money you are costing the university. Although some would wonder why anyone would be inclined to stay in the oh-so attractive 70s era tiled dorm shower stalls anyway, you’d be surprised at how many kids will do it just to spite other people or to stick up their noses at the very institution of the school. Try to spend as little time as you can taking your showers–if not for your fellow suitemates then for your own prune-y skin. Another tip that is important is to keep all your effects organized. Before you head over to the shower stalls, bring with you a plastic "shower bucket" with your shampoo, conditioner, body wash and loofah. This way, you won’t forget any of your things after you’re done.
Finally, the most important factor you have to consider in the shower stall is cleanliness. Not only do you have to keep yourself safe but you should also maintain the proper hygenic state of the space for others. Always wear your flip-flops so that you don’t slip and also to avoid getting gross foot fungus left by dorm-mates. Before you leave, make sure to clean the shower enclosures. You don’t have to douse everything in bleach but just make sure that you make it neat for the next showerer. If you follow these simple guidelines, you will be sure to have done your part in a positive dorm showering experience.
