Consider other options for the year after high school
By Robin Noble My cousin’s son is a bright and successful adult who hated school. With effort he …
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Set the stage for a successful second semester
College students need a refresh sometimes as well, and the start of the second semester can provide that opportunity.
Set the stage for a successful second semester Read MoreHome (or not) for the holidays
Still, even as early as freshman year, many students make plans for long weekends and spring break that don’t involve coming home. January term internships and summer jobs lure them to other locales. When time at home is a rare commodity, look for ways to make the most of it.
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Majors, minors, and making decisions
Choosing a major may be easy for your student or it may be agonizing, but it is a very personal decision. As a parent, you can be an important sounding board to help your student make a thoughtful and informed decision.
Majors, minors, and making decisions Read MoreHow to de-stress the college application process
If students invest time and effort in creating a list of eight to ten schools that they have researched well and would like to attend, and that list is balanced for both affordability and selectivity, they will go to college.
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Reality, fit and substance — How to create the ultimate college list
By Robin Noble My high school junior’s college search is going in a maze of directions as she …
Reality, fit and substance — How to create the ultimate college list Read MoreMarking the empty nest milestone
In the frenzy of preparation, don’t forget to take a day, an evening, or an hour to spend special time with your freshman. It doesn’t have to be fancy, or carefully scripted.
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Your student’s new life on campus — A guide for parents to the first six weeks
By understanding what your student is experiencing during these early weeks, you’ll be better positioned to provide appropriate support and express your confidence that your student will rise to meet the challenges of freshman year.
Your student’s new life on campus — A guide for parents to the first six weeks Read MoreHow to help your student handle roommate problems
Counsel your student to be specific when discussing roommate conflicts. Breaking the problem down into smaller, more manageable parts can help. The crux of the issue could be something as simple as a personal habit or scheduling issue — easily resolved with some flexibility and direct communication.
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By Lucy Ewing At first, it sounded like homesickness. Then there was clearly some “grass is always greener” stuff …
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