noobsteak 9 Posted July 18, 2011 So, I decided to go for a random in roommate in college because I made my choice on which college to go to at a very late time compared to all of my friends. So, today I got my assignment and the person I am living with all next year is a foreign exchange student from China. Now, I am not racist against asians or anything like that. It is just that the kid lives in China at this moment and barely speaks any english, and I was hoping I could have your "average joe" type of kid who I could relate to for my first roommate. Now, here is where I need the help/advice. Does it make me a bad person to call the school and ask for a roommate change, or should I just rough it out for the first year? What would you guys do if you were in my situation? At this point, I am half pissed and half feeling like a jerk. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Meigs68 2 Posted July 18, 2011 No way it doesn't make you a bad person at all. If you dont feel comfortable just ask the Main administration or Main Office. It doesn't hurt to ask anyway. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ctark 1983 Posted July 18, 2011 explain it just like you did here, I'm sure they can understand, and if not, then it didn't hurt to try. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tortoise 2791 Posted July 18, 2011 to be honest i would take the situation as a learning experience. you can teach them about stuff and they can teach you about stuff and everyone is happy.i live in a very bright bubble () Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Justice 69 Posted July 18, 2011 I'd just be veeery glad I had an asian roommate Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jewinator 5000 750 Posted July 18, 2011 I would love to have a roommate who can't tell me to shut up or tell me to go to bed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tortoise 2791 Posted July 18, 2011 I would love to have a roommate who can't tell me to shut up or tell me to go to bed.GINGER < ASIANas far as im concerned Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moose 4890 Posted July 18, 2011 If you want to get along with him, start playing wow. You'll have plenty in common. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jewinator 5000 750 Posted July 18, 2011 Asians with orange hair are hawt. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
noobsteak 9 Posted July 18, 2011 I would love to have a roommate who can't tell me to shut up or tell me to go to bed.Never thought of this, I guess it is one plus Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UnknownLegend 5480 Posted July 18, 2011 Best advice I can give as someone who just graduated from college: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Montgomery Posted July 18, 2011 Ask them how to do your homework... and teach them english.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
noobsteak 9 Posted July 18, 2011 Ask them how to do your homework... and teach them english..I think everyone is assuming that all Asians are smart. I am probably smarter than this kid, and we probably will not have the same classes either, so let's take that out of discussion. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moose 4890 Posted July 18, 2011 Best advice I can give as someone who just graduated from college:Really, this. You learn a lot by dealing with stuff when you're finally out on your own. And being with someone that may not be perfect, will prepare you to deal with a lot. I had 4 roomates and they were far from perfect. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LOPEZ 1750 Posted July 18, 2011 Just explain that you don't feel comfortable with someone who isn't fluent in English and that you want someone you can relate to blah blah blah. Chinese people stink. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zachmanman 877 Posted July 18, 2011 Get a change of roommates immediately.Theres many things I want to say but would have to infract myself for racism, but they're just the worst people to be around every day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chikendinner 13 Posted July 18, 2011 either shut thy cake hole and get him to gold farm for monies for epic nights of drinking...... OR.... just call up and request politely its always worth a try....Chikendinner Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jewinator 5000 750 Posted July 18, 2011 This actually sounds like it would be really interesting. I mean, having a roommate from a part of the world that's so vastly different from America would be a great opportunity to learn and shit. So what if he speaks shitty engrish, help him improve. Make him feel welcome in a country that isn't his own. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Justice 69 Posted July 18, 2011 Ah you bunch of racists Asians are the best!Oh and how can he really help with homework and shit if he doesn't really speak english...? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theno 0 Posted July 18, 2011 Man, It makes me think I should get a room mate for this year at college, Is it that hard? I already rent my own flat in the city where my college is. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
centran 4457 Posted July 18, 2011 People request changes all the time. The only problem is your excuse. They might tell you to try it for a semester. You won't be stuck with him for a whole year. You will be surprised at how many room changes happen after the first semester.Also, it is very rare for a freshmen to get a single room.(at least at most colleges) So I wouldn't get your hopes up for that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MONKEH 829 Posted July 18, 2011 DONT LISTEN TO ANYONE ELSE IN THIS THREAD YO I GOT REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE HEREI JUST DID A YEAR IN COLLEGE AND I WAS IN THE SAME EXACT BOAT AS YOU, YOUR ROOMMATE IS A STRAIGHT OFF THE BOAT CHINESE IMMIGRANT WHO CAN BARELY SPEAK ENGLISHIT WILL BE YOUR JOB TO AMERICANIZE HIM. A GOOD WAY TO START OFF IS BY TEACHING CURSE WORDS, SPECIFICALLY "SHIT". CHINESE PEOPLE LOVE SAYING SHITTHE ONLY PROBLEM I HAD WAS MY ROOMMATE DIDNT DO HIS LAUNDRY VIA LAUNDRY MACHINE AND DETERGENT, HE JUST SOAKED HIS CLOTHES IN THE SHOWER OR SOME SHIT SO HE SMELLED PRETTY BAD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Ethan1 Posted July 19, 2011 Monkeh you are a genius. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
centran 4457 Posted July 19, 2011 DONT LISTEN TO ANYONE ELSE IN THIS THREAD YO I GOT REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE HEREUM... Hello? My name is Warden Monkeh and I will be your roommate today. All Chinese roommates will go to their beds. No Detour. No Delays. You will lie there till morning and shut the fuck up.LOL. I can just see that poor kids transfer request... "and he kept telling me to do things with no detour and no delays." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
noobsteak 9 Posted July 19, 2011 DONT LISTEN TO ANYONE ELSE IN THIS THREAD YO I GOT REAL LIFE EXPERIENCE HEREI JUST DID A YEAR IN COLLEGE AND I WAS IN THE SAME EXACT BOAT AS YOU, YOUR ROOMMATE IS A STRAIGHT OFF THE BOAT CHINESE IMMIGRANT WHO CAN BARELY SPEAK ENGLISHIT WILL BE YOUR JOB TO AMERICANIZE HIM. A GOOD WAY TO START OFF IS BY TEACHING CURSE WORDS, SPECIFICALLY "SHIT". CHINESE PEOPLE LOVE SAYING SHITTHE ONLY PROBLEM I HAD WAS MY ROOMMATE DIDNT DO HIS LAUNDRY VIA LAUNDRY MACHINE AND DETERGENT, HE JUST SOAKED HIS CLOTHES IN THE SHOWER OR SOME SHIT SO HE SMELLED PRETTY BADSooooooo.... does this mean go with the chinamen or don't? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
