<p>So after I got the housing forms, I started wondering about roommates for this upcoming fall. Does WashU have any online application that helps freshmen entering the dorms connect with other freshmen and pick a roommate. I know Mizzou has an online app that is kind of like a mini facebook that helps out. I don't want to go through the system and get a polar opposite.</p>
<p>I'm kind of picky about who i want to dorm with, preferably someone of my own faith(muslim) yet i wouldn't mind someone that is respectful of my beliefs/willing to accommodate.</p>
<p>You could probably check the WashU facebook group for your class... I think last year's group had a few people looking for roommates on there... Other than that, i think the Housing App lets you give some info about yourself and what kind of roommate you're looking for, although that's a little less under your control. Hope that helps some :)</p>
<p>My advice to you, if you haven't turned in the app yet, is to express your preferences in the comments section at the bottom of the form. I'm sure if you told them of your concerns/needs they would be more than happy to accomodate you. You could also try and call them too. Regardless, I'm sure most students at WashU would have no problem respecting your beliefs and accommodating you in the dorms. Good Luck!</p>
<p>^Well, it depends on what the op demands out of a roommate. There are a few people on my floor who, imo, make rather unreasonable demands and I would absolutely hate having them as a roommate (doesn't mean I'm not friends with them though).</p>
<p>I know a few people who instead of going random met someone at a visit (ie multicultural weekend) and it seems like it worked out for them.</p>
<p>I know several people who didn't get along with their roommate in the first year. Since ResLife does the rooming assignments (unless you specifically ask to room with someone else by name), it doesn't always work out. Best advice is to be absolutely honest on the form regarding your personality and to be very clear about your preferences.</p>