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The Hidden Health Risk in College Dorms

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04.08.2026

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The Hidden Health Risk in College Dorms

Romey Crumbaugh | Jennifer Galardi

Every student knows the smell.

The musty odor from an air vent. The dark stain spreading across a dorm ceiling. The damp corner of a communal bathroom.

Most students barely notice it. Others joke about it.

What many do not realize is that mold is more than an ugly stain or an unpleasant odor. Federal health agencies have linked mold exposure to a plethora of health issues. Yet mold in college housing remains one of the least-discussed student health issues on American campuses.

One of the authors of the present piece knows several college students who have experienced headaches and persistent coughs that were seemingly caused by moldy living conditions.

College dormitories are highly susceptible to mold growth. Aging buildings, shared bathrooms, poor ventilation, plumbing leaks, high humidity, and delayed maintenance all create ideal conditions for moisture to accumulate. Educational buildings frequently experience moisture-related issues.

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