A relationship that is intense for the duration of an event, raising the question of whether it can survive the "daylight" of Monday morning classes.

Like real college life, these relationships rarely happen in a vacuum. Roommates, "rave crews," and party-goers act as the Greek chorus, encouraging the protagonists to pursue their connections. Romantic Tropes in the "Dorm" Setting

Using the cover of a loud, dark party to finally confess feelings to a long-time friend or roommate. Why This Aesthetic Persists