There are few situations as funky as first-year college roommates. You meet up with someone you've never met, but to whom you've been randomly assigned, and start moving your things into a tiny space you'll share for the next 9 or 10 months. I think college students are horribly underappreciated for the courage and inner strength it takes to do that!
Consequently, the unique dynamics of college roommate relationships can lead to some interesting situations. The most important thing to remember, however, is that it's much better to address things early -- no matter how awkward things are. (Because, really, they're just going to get more and more awkward as time goes on ...!)
Remember, too, that you don't have to be best friends with your roommate. You just have to get along well enough to live together. You have to respect each other's stuff and habits, even if you think they're a little unusual. And you have to try to be the kind of roommate you yourself would like to have.
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