Ep 3. Hot Objects

Felicity season 1 episode 3 titled "Hot Objects" showcases how Felicity adapts to her new life in college. The episode begins with Felicity trying to handle the stress of college life, difficult classes and the pressure from her parents. While trying to make a phone call home, Felicity realizes that she has no privacy as her phone line is shared with her entire dorm.

The plot develops when Felicity attends a dorm meeting where the girls are introduced to their new hot water dispenser, which leads to Haley, one of the girls, getting severely burned while trying to make tea. Feeling guilty for not being able to help, Felicity decides to take action by organizing a protest to demand safer living conditions in the dormitory.

Felicity's roommate, Meghan, tries to discourage her from taking action, stating that it is just the way things are. However, Felicity is determined to make a change and convinces her classmates to join her. In the process, she finds new friends, including an outspoken activist named Ruby, who helps her with the protest.

Felicity and her friends focus their efforts on the dorm's resident advisor, Noel Crane, who seems to be indifferent to their cause. But as Felicity gets to know Noel better, she realizes that he is not as indifferent as he seems and is struggling with his own issues.

Throughout the episode, Felicity also struggles with her own emotions, particularly her crush on Ben Covington, a senior who works at the campus coffeehouse. Ben, however, seems to be dating another girl, leaving Felicity heartbroken. Although it is implied that Ben is intrigued by Felicity, he does not act on his feelings, and the two end the episode with a bittersweet yet fleeting moment.

In the end, Felicity's efforts pay off, and the residents of the dormitory receive new and safer hot water dispensers, a small victory that gives Felicity the courage to continue fighting for what she believes in.

"Hot Objects" showcases Felicity's determination and willingness to fight for what is right. It introduces new characters and subplots, adding depth to the show's storyline. It also highlights the challenges of adjusting to college life and the difficulty of forming new relationships. The sweet yet painful moment between Felicity and Ben at the end leaves viewers with a sense of anticipation for what's to come, making it an exciting episode that sets the stage for the rest of the season.