The question of how to organize a small dorm room closet is likely to be on your mind if you're packing for college because the chances are that your wardrobe space will be on the compact side.

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Organizing isn’t typically taught at colleges, but honestly it should be. Because your dorm room is more than just a place for sleep — it’s also where you’ll study, eat, socialize, get dressed and ...

Dorm room essentials Dorm desks and organization I purchased a desk bookshelf (which some dorm rooms come with — check before ordering) my junior year of high school and have used it every year since.

It’s no secret that dorm rooms are small, and dorm room closets are even smaller. While it’s certainly important to edit your wardrobe ahead of the fall semester so that you don’t have to accommodate ...

Besides serving as an outlet for new college students to express their personality, a well-designed dorm room affects students’ well-being and academic success. “The dorm room is important,” says ...

The key to getting and keeping a college dorm room organized is ensuring you have everything you need and nothing you don’t. With a daughter going off to college in a few weeks, dorm rooms have been ...

Use zippered bags, twin XL bedding, a rolling cart, and basic cleaning and laundry supplies. Bring only essentials, choose compact items, and buy more after move-in. Avoid duplicates, valuables, and ...

Deep cleaning dorm rooms regularly and upon moving in are a must. Between living alone for the first time and busy class schedules, it's easy for grime to pile up. But cleaning your dorm room isn't ...