Housing & Living Spring 2018

student life

Top social video games for the residence hall

By Clark Gudas · Thursday, Jan. 25,2018 12 a.m.

Video games are great for socializing and making friends.

Rubeus and Vincent spend most of their time either fighting or laying at the window. Outside, they can watch birds making a nest in the tree.

Two cats isn't too much

By Cody Thompson · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 8:38 p.m.

Owning animals is a way to maintain positive mental health.

The truth about renters insurance

By Joe Schroeder · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 6 p.m.

Insurance agents and landlords share information about insuring your home or apartment.

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Questions you forgot to ask on the tour

By Peter Talbot · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 3 p.m.

Don't blank when your landlord asks if you have any more questions.

Don’t waste money on needless utilities expenses

By Emily Isaacman · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 11 a.m.

A little strategic thinking can make a big difference in utility bills.

Dorms and dragons

By Clark Gudas · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 5 a.m.

Dungeons & Dragons brings fantasy adventure to the residence hall.

Plant lovers across Bloomington share tips and tricks

By Christine Fernando · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 4 a.m.

Local gardeners told the IDS how to turn dorm rooms into gardens.

What to know about parking at IU

By Caroline Anders · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 2 a.m.

Here's how to avoid receiving one of the 35,000 tickets the Office of IU Parking Operations gave out last year.

City of Bloomington trash and recycling bins sit behind Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. The Sustainability Action Plan, expected to be finalized this month, outlines the city’s long-term goals, short-term priorities, responsible parties, timelines and cost estimates related to the city’s sustainability efforts for the next five years.

Managing waste and recycling in Bloomington

By Dominick Jean · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 1 a.m.

Managing waste and recycling in Bloomington can be confusing, but here are some tips.

How to drive away your roommate in 9 easy steps

By Laurel Demkovich · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 12 a.m.

Use these nine quick steps for the best roommate experience.

Editor’s Picks: Top 10 things to know before you move off campus

By Lydia Gerike · Tuesday, Jan. 23,2018 8 p.m.

Off-campus spending habits can teach students financial responsibility

By Nyssa Kruse · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2018 8 a.m.

Personal finance experts recommend creating good spending habits while in college.

Wylie House Museum is home to hidden IU history

By Kara Williams · Tuesday, Oct. 17,2017 11:48 p.m.

The Wylie House Museum is one of IU's hidden gems — the historic house was built by IU's first president Andrew Wylie.

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