THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN MONDAY, APRIL 2, 2007
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hang out all the time, but I figured that we were both in college and it was time to split off and meet new people," Rowe said. She and her roommate were not the conflict type and they usually kept their issues quiet, but everything that had built up came up when her roommate's parents came to help move her out. Rowe eventually moved to another residence hall at the end of the semester.
Wade said the best way to solve problems is to anticipate them.
"Before moving in with someone, talk openly about your expectations, and be willing to negotiate and compromise. Be clear about areas where you are not willing to compromise," he said.
If problems do occur, Wade gives a brochure on the CAPS Web site, www.caps. ku.edu/selfhelp/diffpeople2.shtml.
The brochure offers tips on identifying problems among roommates and gives solutions on how to handle the matters that come up. Both Olivarez and Rowe thought they could redo their roommate situations.
"I probably would've tried to talk to her more about it. At least keep the communication lines open, that probably would've made the whole situation better," Rowe said.
Oliverez said that problems will come
up inevitably.
"I would try and control my temper to maybe be a little more diplomatic in my approach to dealing with my roommates. While there have been plenty of conflicts they all provide an opportunity to learn, mature and move on with more knowledge than you started with. And if all else fails, you can always turn up the heat in the oven," Olivarez said.
Edited by Kate Shipley
KANSAN FILE PHOTO
Roommate conflicts can be resolved by setting expectations early and communicating effectively.
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