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7 Things You Can Make Your Roommate If They Get Dumped

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at St. Mary's chapter.

Whether they justĀ got dumped, aced their midterm, or you want to apologize for coming in at 3 am last night, every roommate could use a little extra lovinā€™. No matter the occasion, itā€™s no secret that food is the path to the heart (especially for young adults ages 18-24). Hereā€™s a list of treats that will earn you a nomination for Roomie of the Year.

1. Fries

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Whether their loyalty lies with McDonaldā€™s, In-N-Out, Wingstop, 5 Guys, or Jack in the Box, nothing says ā€œI appreciate youā€ like crispy-salty-fried potato. Plus, their packaging makes sneaking a few on the drive to the dorms accessible. Hey, you earned it.

2. Juice

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The gift you can feel good about giving. If you notice your roomie starting to sniffle, or if they haveĀ been cramming their brain with study guides, put a little pep in their step with someĀ cute and trendyĀ nutrients.

3. Krispy Kreme

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As soon as thatĀ ā€œHot Nowā€ sign illuminates, theyā€™re ready and prepared to make someoneā€™s day. Krispy Kreme offers dozens of college-budget-friendly deals, coupons, and specials, and weā€™re certainĀ a dozen of these bad boys will yield an easy smile on your roomieā€™s face.

4. Pizza

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The mascot of college cuisine, hot and greasy pizza is a universal winner. At the end of the day, when the dining hall just seems too far, nothing brings a sigh of relief like a box full of cheesy yum. Treat your roommate to a hot meal toĀ be enjoyed on the dorm floor.

5. Hot drinks

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I donā€™t need to stress theĀ impact caffeine can make in a studentā€™s day. Whether your roomieā€™s taste ranges from Starbucks to cold brew or frappes to green tea, thereā€™s something about holding a warm beverage that makes you feel equally cozy inside.

6. Chocolate

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When in doubt, cocoa it out. These little bars (or balls) of indulgence will mend the cracks in anyoneā€™s heart, regardless of the grade, severity of a breakup, orĀ negative hours of sleep. Tape a little note on your roomieā€™s fave flav, and wait for the appreciation train to roll in.

7. Mac ā€˜n Cheese

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No, weā€™re not asking you to fork over your last box of Easy Mac. This is your roommate weā€™re talking about, the one who has endured spring semester thus far, and itā€™s universal knowledge that mac ā€˜n cheese fills the voids in every heart and soul. Whether itā€™s beloved Panera in a bread bowl (carbs are magical) or you feel compelled to whip up some homemade noms, cheesy pasta will make anyoneā€™s day.

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