u/up_down33

I am currently moving into a house with 7 other people (some are also new members). The kitchen has a lot of kitchen sutff like pots, pans, knifes and appliances. I was wondering if I have to buy my own stuff too. Because I do not want to use others if they are not comfortable. And how do I bring up sharing the cupboard space so everyone has a specific one, as all the cupboard space is spread out with people's stuff and I am confused on where to put my stuff? And it looks like some one has more stuff than others? Also, how do I navigate buying stuff and cleaning for a shared bathroom with two other people?

I am trying to decide if I should get an attached monitor or not. I am worried that the attached one is too close together and I would not like it. I have worked with separate dual monitors before, and I loved it. Also, any tips on desk setup are appreciated. Are standing tables that important? In addition, since I will be sitting a lot, recommendations for a good and reasonably priced seat brand are welcome. Why is everything so expensive 😭? Also, are the textbooks I have to buy in 1l only for this semester? Are they still useful in 2L & 3L, and do editions matter that much?

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So I am going to be attending a law school that is a PWI, like I could potentially be the only black woman in there. The last year's cohort only had like five black people. I am lowkey scared. The legal field is definitely filled with white people. I need any advice on how to behave in a possible racist situation. In classes, internships, or stuff like that, how do I navigate it? The state I live in is mostly like 63% yt, and then 15% Latino, 11% Asian, 4% Black and poc solidarity isn't huge. Most racism there is like anti-Black, not anti-poc. I am also going to be living with a white roommate for the first time. I feel like I should learn how to cry and be soft or something.

Sorry for the yapping, I need any advice and help I can get. And anything you think would be useful for a black women entering a corporate space (dressing, language, hair, makeup). I just want an easy life, but not like appeasing the yt/society.

Thanks in advance🫶🏾