Forced from their dorms by mold and mildew, students of St. Mary's College of Maryland will ride out the semester on a cruise ship.
Hurricane Irene is to blame.
Mold, which can trigger stuffy noses, irritated eyes and wheezing in people who are sensitive, thrived in the damp aftermath of Hurricane Irene.
And it was found in residence halls last week.
College administrators moved 320 students out of affected dorms, squishing some into occupied rooms and checking others into hotels up to 20 miles away.
Since this won't work, another arrangement was made.
The Sea Voyager is now docked at St. Mary's City. It's a 286-foot ship, and it will house more than 200 students.
Some students cheered, while others voiced concerns and fears.
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