Instead of worrying about making friends or keeping up with their studies, new college students have a different concern on their minds: dorm water. “Praying dorm water doesn’t ruin my hair,” one ...

As teens head to college for the first time, they’re giving room tours on TikTok like they’re starring in an episode of MTV’s “Cribs.” And while the lavish décor, perfectly organized spaces, and name ...

Dorm life usually means squeezing into twin size beds, maximizing limited closet space, and navigating communal bathrooms. So when you're packing, it pays to be smart. Every item should work hard and ...

Influencers are making money online by recommending dorm products and designs to families, who spend thousands of dollars on back-to-college shopping. Credit...Kendrick Brinson for The New York Times ...