Taking dolls to school or college?

On the note as to where my roomates are concerened they are into my dolls, they think they are pretty nifty. However one of my roomates is afraid of my tiny, lol. I had one doll I'm planning to sell in it's box under the coffee table in the living room for over a month and they didn't mess with it at all. You just have to have good roomates.

 

Well, I don't go to college, but I do live in a dorm with two roomates--aka my current soon to get a new roomate and my bjd. My current roomate pays no attention to him, but thats probably because we don't get along, and I know that my new roomate is going to be perfectly fine with him, if not play with him too. I keep him locked in a trunk during the day(much to his dismay) in a locked room when I'm not there, but otherwise he will always be sitting in the middle of my friends and I loving he attention he gets.
I got him after I had moved in with her, and also after I met my new roomate, so I knew that they would be fine with him. Actually, alot of people are super-inerested in him, including most of my teachers. Even a few of my friends that are creeped out by 1/3 sized dolls love Grendel. But perhaps thats because I attend an art school?
But anyhoo, I think it would be a good idea to atleast know if either the doll would make your roomate throw him across the room in fear or not, and if not, then atleast keep him out of sight if his presence bothers her.
Or something like that.

 

I brought Caraline back to the dorms with me. I don't leave her sitting out or anything: she's currently living in my sock drawer. However next semester I should have three dolls and I can't see myself having all of them here with me. :\

 

I guess most of my professors are on the laid back side. I'm in my last quarter at UCR, soon to be frolicking out with a B.A. in Anthropology, as I have seen people bring the craziest things.

The usuals, of course, cells, laptops, skateboards...the occasional bicycle.

Then we have the dogs, other pets, full-course meals, pajama wearers, people who seem to transport their entire collection of possessions everywhere, the half-naked people, real kids (without clearing it first,) various buddies of enrolled person (ditto,) those who never stop listening to their mp3 players (in class)...

My suggestion is, if you want to bring one of your kids, keep him or her close to you and don't be distracting. I've seen people bring various things as good luck charms for test taking, maybe your kid is one too? ^_~

Most professors I've had don't mind what you bring, as long as its not overly distracting/distracting you. UCR generally runs off the premise that its students are adults, and they cannot tell them what they can and cannot bring to class (within reason, obviously.) I've had several classes with dogs that sit in their owners lap during class, and not one of them has ever been asked to leave the dog at home. Teachers around here are most likely to request that cell phones are turned off/silent in class then anything else. XD

Basically, use your best judgement. If you think a teacher is going to disapprove, but you want to bring your kid, keep them out of sight for that class.

Stopping rambling now.


~Anrui

 

I'm currently at college, and, seeing as I brought Shin in my Freshman year, obtained Azel somewhere near the end of my Freshman year, and have brought the boys back for my Sophomore year (second semester), I have had no problems with roommates.

The initial roommate I was assigned with was very inconsiderate, but not so inconsiderate that she would touch my doll - after all, she left her stuff out, too, like MP3 players and her computer, and I could have just have easily done something to them, as well. Personally, I think Shin creeped her out. In the daytime, I'd put Shin on the bed, so that he wouldn't have any chance of falling, and then in the times when I was home, I'd put him on my desk and work next to him.

I have been denied a roommate because of my dolls, because one of my friends wanted to get us a triple, but her other roommate shrieks every time she sees my dolls - but honestly, I'm glad I didn't room with them.

So, my current roommate loves my dolls, and I have a nice big area to put them on since this is a new dorm, and I have not worried about her stealing them. Her boyfriend sometimes puts stuffed animals or toys in Shin and Azel's arms, but you know, no harm done. It's all, I think, what you expect that you get out of bringing dolls to college.

Shin, I know, has been a great help since in Freshman year I felt really lonely all the time (cross-country college, yanno ), so I'm an advocate of dolls at college. If you are worried about people stealing your dolls, you can always buy a container big enough to fit your doll, and put a padlock on it, but by all means, I suggest you discuss it with your new roommate. Tell her that this doll is important to you (though I suppose I wouldn't mention the cost ^_^; ), and ask her not to mess with him.

I hope that helped.

 

All through my schooling, I've multitasked. There was one time in my freshman history class where my head was almost on the desk, but I was drawing and not looking up. The teacher called my name and asked me what he was talking about, and I repeated his last two sentences word-for-word.

After class he told me that I could draw if I want to, but to try to look like I'm paying attention too.

Two years later, in another history class with the same teacher, I would play my gameboy while he talked and he didn't care because he knew I was paying attention. I ended up playing my games all day long in all of my classes and none of my teachers bothered me about it.

So, I think that having my doll with me would be far less of a distraction than either of those two things~, especially since I'd probably be paying far more attention to the teacher while holding a doll in my lap, in comparison to drawing or playing a video game.

I think that if you told your teacher that you were worried your roommate might steal or hurt it, and that it's very expensive and you'd prefer to keep it with you, but you promise to keep it in your lap and only to pay attention to the teacher and your work, that they most likely wouldn't mind. I wouldn't bring a doll into class without asking the teacher's permission first, though.

 

you have gottena lot of good comments so far but i thought I would just add how i introduced people I know to the doll world.
I would just pull up this forum or a doll site and ask if they thought they were pretty handsome or weird or whatnot and majority of the time they are looked at like art that way so when mine came around it was easy. the only person i know who was weirded out was my ex military boss XD but he kept his comments to himself

 

Hmm, I hadn't even really thought about this. I'm going to be bringing my doll to school next year, but I better read this thread...Might change my mind!

 

Depending on the size of your BJD, you might be able to keep it with you safely in a carrying case? ^^ Some profs are really anal about things. >>;

 

Im in my Masters year at university, and to tell you the truth, my little Olivia (Kid Delf ANI) comes to class with me some times. I find that she's a great conversation piece, she relaxes me, and my Proff loves her! (She was actually thinking of getting one too).

I know you'll get a lot of advice in this section, and already have, but what it comes down to is how insecure you are. If you are afraid of what people will think, and actually care about that, then dont do what might make you uncomfortable. But, it really doesnt matter what others think in the long run. the only thing you have to worry about is him getting stolen. Dorms are netorious for bad roomies. Just be careful. And enjoy. College/Univesity is fun~

 

hey everyone~ i'm new here and i need some advice.
You see, I have no dolls yet and I'm planning to get one by this year (hopefully). However, I have a slight problem. I'm planning to go to University abroad, from Manila, Philippines to London, UK. Do you think it's wise for me to bring a doll, and would they allow me to carry my doll on the plane? I'll miss him terribly as I'm only coming home once a year. What do you think?
Thanks for the advice that you may have ^^;

 

I didn't have BJD's when I went to college about a million years ago, but I did take my beloved childhood dolls in a footlocker with a strong lock. If I had left them behind, I have no doubt that my mother would have given them away to the first admiring stranger. My advice is: if it will cause you anxiety to leave them behind, better take them with you. You will have enough on your plate without worring about dolls. You don't have to let anyone else know you have them, (I didn't), but just be sure to have a safe place to lock them up.

 

I'm sure they'll allow you to carry your doll on the plane. They let me take three of my boys.

That said, if you're going to a university you don't know, with people you don't know, I'd keep your boy locked away or on your person.

 

I suppose keeping a doll at college really depends on your roomate/dorm situation. My roomate was the one that got me into BJDs initially, so I didn't need to have my boy (singular at the time >.<) locked up or anything. But then again, our dorms had pretty sturdy locks on the doors, so I wasn't exactly worried about a break in. And we kept our door locked most of the time, whether or not we were in the room. If you're living with a roomate you don't know, though, it might be better to keep him locked away when you're not there yourself.

As for planes, don't worry too much about that. You can definitely bring them. Just get ready for some strange looks at the security checks every now and then....once, one of the security people thought Nashi was a bomb ...the guy that came over to pull it out to check it pulled Nashi out of the blankets and pillows and all the craziness that I kept him wrapped up in, and looked at him, before looking back at the lady and saying "This is a doll...you want me to check the doll for a bomb?...but it's a doll!" Poor man was very confused. I was seriously sticking my fist into my mouth so that I wouldn't laugh out loud...

 

I've already brought Ophelia once to school, that was a succes! Everything went okay.
I'm going to have a "speech" in German about dolls as examination. So I need to take my dolls again back to school. I just take them in my bag.
I'm also going to take a camera with me because school is THE PERFECT place to take the most realistic pictures!

 

Linakauno: A footlocker sounds like a great idea @_@ I honestly don't know how I'm going to pack so much things since I think I'll be in London throught Spring and Summer breaks since I have to work, and London's expensive for us Filipinos (1pound=100php) I might bring my whole closet >_>
Thanks for the idea! ^_^ I'll go hunting for foot lockers when my exams are over and I have free time, lol.
DraloreShimare: Thanks for the reassurance ^^ I was worried primarily about overseas flight problems @_@
Pranbran: wow, I hope my roomate/s (is/are) going to be as nice as yours was ^^ ouch, they did that in security? o_O that's insane!
TiggTea: woah!! That's awesome!! good luck with your presentation!! ^^ i'm sure your dolls will have a great time there XD
I don't know the dorm style in London, but it seems like everyone has their own room in one large suite. Maybe that will work, lol~
Thanks for the advice ^^

 

Soshi is an ADHD adult :: yay :: and i HAVE to do something with myself to pay attention. I used to pick my fingers until they would bleed, but then i began drawing (much more constructive) i had the same exprience... word for word. It is strange! Either way, i sit in the front row of my University class and i always draw, no one minds, i talk the most out of all the students anyway

 

I'm almost done with my sophomore year in undergrad school, and quite frankly, if you live close enough, don't bring your doll immediately in so you have time to scope out your roommates. My freashman year roommate, in the room or out, left the door unlocked or had her keys (with her wallet attached) in the door on the outside.

I'm in an apartment that is quite literally falling apart right now with my bf and two pet mice (we'll be moving over the summer), but I figure it's so run down that no one is going to bother breaking in. I do worry a lot for my equipment, since I have to leave my camcorder and laptop home when I'm out at certain classes. I never leave it there when I go home for the weekend, (who knows if there's going to be something worthwhile to shoot?)
My best suggestion would be to get a sized locking tool box that fits your dolls and leave it in your closet, I have one I have yet to get constructed. You may be able to make it look very comfy inside, I plan to use mine when I get my doll here.

 

Glad to hear so many stories, and that your first semester went pretty much okay, Kasai. I'll chime in with my own story because I think it'll make a good addition.

I have a unique viewpoint, actually--as the Roomate in question! My roomate at college I've known since I got here and we agreed to room together in our second year. (Tempest_Strife on DoA) We get along famously well, and I've known about her interest in Dollfies for quite some time. I'd heard about them a long time ago myself, and have an interest in them (obviously XD) so I was just as excited a she was when she ordered her doll through the Marketplace. Tempest sits out most of the time in our room, and both of us are rather circumspect about locking our door out of personality and habit. I happen to have a lockable drawer, very heavy, under my bed that is used for expensive things--but the dorm we live in is rather quiet, so there's not real problems. What's nice is that most of our Dorm mates when seeing her have been intrigued and interested to hear what she is, along with most other people we know--not everyone we know is comfortable with her, but doesn't really mind. It's worked out very well. I don't find her creepy at all.

For anyone else, I'd highly suggest knowing your roomate well and asking before bringing such an expensive and potentially breakable doll to college. Don't take them to class, I'd suggest--not only could several professors not be happy with it, but you never know what'll happen when you aren't looking. Besides, I'd think you'd want to really enjoy the time you have with them instead of frantically taking notes, and some classes involve chemicals and the like that could be detrimental.

 

this sounds so cool. but i'm studying at Newcastle uni so no roommate for me except my teddy bears and my bro in the next room.

I wanted to move but was accepted by the uni's of my first choice so i'm staying in Newcastle. one thing lucky is no roommate but i did want to move out and i would have brought Rae with me! it's a shame tho, my mum thought i should save some money and live at home. But my friend is renting a place so i might bring him over to her place! only thing is, she is very interested in the full operation Ryoma ^^" i might infect quite a few ppl.

I would luv to have a roommate tho! it would be cool if not only i could infect her but learn to be good friends. guess it will never work for me, if i was moving to Durham or Leeds it would have been different, but then again my grades couldn't match the course i chose to do.