A married students life

Joe and Glenda Stickel admit they're homebodies, so they don't mind the rules.

No loud music. No firearms. Quiet time runs from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. Don't do laundry after 9 p.m.

The restrictions make the student family housing area tucked into the eastern corner of Montana State University-Northern one of the most tranquil spots on campus.

The Stickels moved into a one-bedroom apartment in the complex in August 2000, seven months before their son, Frederick, was born. Both are 20 years old and carrying the responsibilities of a couple 10 years their senior.

Since Frederick came into their lives,...