For context, I’m attending Penn State University in the fall as an engineering student in the honors college. I have quite a few organizations I intend to join, and I’m really looking forward to meeting new people who are similar to me + having new experiences in general.
That being said, I also have severe food allergies (dairy, egg, sesame, hazelnut) and asthma that can be triggered by scented aerosol type stuff in the air (perfume, air freshener etc.) and in the case of food, skin contact.
I’ve also discovered over the last few years that I really need space to retreat to and recharge my batteries in. I love being out and about, but at the end of the day when I’m wiped I really don’t wanna see anyone.
So, I’m applying for a single room through disability housing, and we’ll see if they grant me it. Given my honors status and the dorm situation for that, it’s very possible that it’ll happen. My dad thinks I’m missing out on an experience by leaving a roommate out of it, but I really just want to set myself up for success in the best way possible during my first year.
Oh and as an added bonus, I could have guests over the weekend or whatever without bothering a roommate with it. I know that’s definitely something I’d want to do, so I guess it’s a huge perk as well.
Opinions?