Rates for dorms continue to rise at the University of Kansas for the fourth consecutive year. A resolution for the price increase was accepted from KU Housing by the Kansas
A lack of open conversation early in the semester has led to roommate conflicts for University of Kansas students. KU Housing tries to help students avoid these issues, a staff member said, but sometimes a living environment can still become hostile.
Jacque McKenna, KUâs Associate Director for Housing and Administration, said living environments have a huge impact on students. In a new roommate environment, it can be uncomfortable to bring up controversial topics early in the semester. McKenna said housing encourages students to discuss awkward topics with their roommates before they become an issue.
âIf itâs an awkward topic or question, if you are feeling like that, are you really going to ever bring it up to your roommate?â McKenna said. â[Human] nature is kind of to avoid things, so while it is awkward to talk about it, imagine how much more awkward it is when youâre frustrated with your roommate.âÂ