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7 fact-checked facts about dorm life, campus living and college traditions, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

What is 'dorm' short for?

AnswerDormitory

Dorm is short for dormitory.

A student who shares your dorm room is your what?

AnswerRoommate

Roommates share a room.

Going deeper

What are quiet hours in a dorm?

AnswerSet times when noise must be kept low

Quiet hours protect study and sleep time.

What is a suite-style dorm?

AnswerBedrooms that share a common area and bathroom

Suites group several rooms around shared space.

What is the oldest institution of higher education in the U.S.?

AnswerHarvard

Harvard was founded in Massachusetts.

Expert level

In what year was Harvard founded?

Answer1636

Harvard was established in 1636.

The Latin phrase 'alma mater' means what?

AnswerNourishing mother

Graduates call their school their alma mater.

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