Student Life 2013/14 January 2014 | Page 11

Have you managed to keep in touch with your friends from home? A: Definitely the independence, you don’t have to answer to anyone. I actually really enjoy cooking now as well – our flat has our own ‘Come Dine with Me’ which is really sociable. B: I think the best bit is having more independence; I can do what I want, when I want. What have been the most difficult things? F: Because I come from a large family (six brothers and sisters), I’ve missed seeing my little brothers and sisters. I hate going back home and seeing how much they’ve changed. However, that’s also probably why I appreciate having my own space so much at uni! What do you think makes for a good housemate? A: Someone that’s clean. Everyone should recognise it’s a shared space and clear up after themselves. I also think someone that’s honest and you feel you can trust. F: Yes, I’ve kept in conta 7Bv