My roommate is a heavy vaper, and it has been quite challenging living with him for two semesters now. Since the first semester, he has consistently been loud, often laughing and shouting uncontrollably. What makes it worse is that he vapes constantly, even at bedtime.
On top of that, his hygiene is lacking; he rarely showers before class, and when he does, he doesn’t hang up his wet towel, leaving it to smell unpleasant. As someone who values cleanliness, doesn’t smoke, and prefers a quieter environment, this situation has been really tough for me.
I’ve repeatedly asked the warden for a room change, but to no avail. I’ve even tried to escape to an empty room, but I’ve been caught a couple of times. Unfortunately, I have no choice but to continue dealing with this situation.
It sounds like you’re in a really tough situation with your roommate. Living with someone who has such different habits and lifestyles can be incredibly frustrating, especially when it affects your own comfort and well-being. Have you considered having a calm, direct conversation with him about how his vaping and noise levels are impacting you? Sometimes, people don’t realize how their actions can affect others, and a respectful discussion might help him understand your perspective.
If talking to him doesn’t work, you could try reaching out to your university’s housing office again and explain the situation in detail. Emphasize the hygiene concerns and the noise issue, and see if they can offer any solutions that might help you both.
In the meantime, it might be worth investing in some noise-canceling headphones or earplugs to give yourself a little relief at home. I hope you find a solution soon—everyone deserves to feel comfortable in their living space!