Kate: Remember I told you about the form I filled out at the housing office last week, Mom?

Mom: Oh, right. Is your roommate still bugging you? I know you two got off to a rocky start, but I figured you’d find a way to get along.

Kate: Believe me, I’ve tried. Yuki and I don’t see eye to eye on anything. Anyway, my application was accepted. I’m moving to my new room on Friday.

Mom: So you need us to come down and help you move, do you?

Kate: Not exactly. What I need is a little extra dough. The other room costs an extra 200 bucks a month.

Mom: That’s what your student loan is for, dear.

Kate: Mom, I need that money for tuition and books. I’ll have no money for groceries if I use my student loan to cover the extra room charge.

Mom: Things are a bit tight here, love. You may need to consider a part-time job.

Kate: A job? Didn’t you say you wanted me to concentrate on my studies?

Mom: Well, yes, but if you’re really serious about moving into a single room, then you’ll have to find a way to cover the costs.

Kate: I don’t know how I’m going to fit in a job. I’m already behind in my reading.

Mom: You have to hang out with your new friends on the weekends, dear. I suggest you whip that resume of yours into shape.

Kate: I guess you’re right. I’ll do anything to get out of this room.

Mom: It might be good for you to get a part-time job. You’ve always worked better under pressure.

Kate: I guess you’re right, Mom. I’ll start my job hunt as soon as I get settled into my new room.