Ten Benefits to Living On-campus

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5. Gas: This is another common complaint from off-campus residents. Even if the drive is short, in the long run gas can add up. Making trips back and forth from campus each day can become expensive. Also, on-campus residents seem to use their vehicles less altogether, walking to meals, entertainment, and classes that are all located on ASU’s grounds.

4. Cafeteria: If you eat in the Caf often, you probably think this isn’t much of a benefit. True, the food can get old quick, but the money spent on food off-campus adds up. Also, much between-class hanging out is done in The Acansa Dining Hall. This is yet another way to get connected by living nearby.

3. Campus Involvement: Again, being involved is not dependant on living on-campus, but it does make it easier to initiate participation. Many club and organization meetings are also held at ASU and much of the efforts made by these associations are connected to on-campus life.

2. Roommates: Being stuck with a random roommate from a town you have never heard of can be one of the best things to happen in college. Many students meet life-long friends by living in the dorms with someone they barely know at first. Being in such close quarters forces students to bond with other people and create new friendships faster.

1. Social Opportunities: Finally and most importantly is the social aspect of living on-campus, simply hanging out with people. So often do spontaneous get-togethers happen at any hour of day or night, both in the dorms and around campus. This is where lasting memories are made. If you came to college looking for that “college experience,” campus residency is your first and greatest step in making it happen in the best possible way.