Finding a roommate is a daunting task, especially if you’re new to college. With RoomU, the roommate search is not only convenient, but fun. RoomU is the perfect platform for college students to foster genuine connections and meet future roommates.
September 2022 - ongoing
Product: Angela Hawkins, Sadeed Adnan, Michelle Tran, Samar Varma, Ben Lim
Design: Allyson Wu, Daniel Ramos, John Carraher
Engineering: Marvin Lee, Hanson Nguyen, Denis Pandarakalam, Eric Du, Kaitlyn Li, Felicia Feng, Lucas Punz, Aarush Agrawal, Kevin Le, Catherine Kang, Norman Gutierrez, Brandon Wong, Rakkyun Kim, Vishwa Akkati, Naomi Prem Lim, Avery Li
Marketing: Latisha Luu, Eliana Ertsey, Paige Crawford
RoomU began with a simple but common challenge that every student faces when coming to UC Davis: finding the right roommate. As we prepared to start our journeys at Davis, we all shared the same questions: Who will my roommate be? How can I make sure they’re nice, compatible, and someone I’ll enjoy living with?
These questions sparked countless conversations among friends, in online forums, and in every corner of campus. We realized that everyone was grappling with the same concerns, and yet there wasn’t an easy, reliable way to find the answers. That’s when we decided to build RoomU—a platform designed to take the guesswork out of finding a roommate and make the process as smooth as possible.
RoomU was created by students, for students, to address this very need. We wanted to build a place where you could connect with potential roommates who share your interests, values, and lifestyle. A place where you could feel confident that the person you’re moving in with will be more than just a roommate—they’ll be a good match for you.
From those early discussions to the platform you see today, RoomU has been driven by a commitment to making the roommate search easier, more reliable, and even a little fun. Because we believe that when you find the right living situation, everything else falls into place.
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peak daily active users
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roommate horror stories avoided
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CONCLUSION
RoomU was built to solve a problem that every student at UC Davis faces: finding the right roommate. We know how crucial it is to live with someone who not only shares your space but also complements your lifestyle and personality. That’s why we’re here—to make sure your experience of finding a roommate is as stress-free and successful as possible.
As you embark on your journey at Davis, we invite you to become part of the RoomU community. Whether you’re looking for your first roommate or seeking a better match, RoomU is here to help you find the right fit. Because at the end of the day, where you live—and who you live with—can make all the difference.
Let RoomU help you start your Davis experience on the right foot. Your perfect roommate is just a few swipes away.