Discussion Leader Chapter 2 - John

1. Why do college students have so much "stuff" crammed into their rooms?
I think it is because we are used to always being entertained. Living with two people also contributes to the mass amount of gear and electronics. Nathan isn't young enough to understand why or how we use all of these things on a daily basis.

2. Why are nudity, craziness, sexuality, and spontaneity usually portrayed on students' door decorations?
Students now feel free from their parents and what to express themselves their own way. Some may also use their door decorations to find things in common with their neighbors. Other students may think it adds color and a more personal touch to their rooms.

3. Why is it that the "Bad" RAs enforce the law, while the "Good" RAs enforced the spirit of the law?
Students feel they can't always connect with an RA who has or may get them into trouble. Strict RAs are more often looked at like police and are not as popular among the other residents. The "Good" RAs want to be able to feel cool and be friends with other residents.

4. Why does Nathan make it seem like it is nearly impossible to hang out with people with other majors from other dorms?
I am really unsure why the author does this. I am in a sports club, have a declared major, and live in a different dorm than my friends and I see them everyday. In my experience, different dorms, activities, or majors do not affect one's friends.