Fostering Independence and Adulting Skills Before College

11 months ago

As students prepare to start college, parents often wonder whether they’ll be ready. This might refer to being ready academically,…

A Targeted College Search

12 months ago

The college application process is often one of the most stressful periods in a high school student’s life. There are…

Is Summer Service Right For Your Student?

1 year ago

Summer is more than just a break from academics—it’s a tremendous opportunity that high school students can use to engage…

Making Their College Choice

1 year ago

Finally, your student has been admitted to college. Yay! One challenge though, is they’ve likely been admitted to more than…

Help Them Recover and Finish the Semester Strong

1 year ago

It happens to many of us—a rocky start to the semester throws us for a loop, and we’re left wondering…

How Federal Student Loans Work

1 year ago

The federal student loan system in the United States is designed to help students finance their college education, making it…

Students Need Challenge and Support

1 year ago

Parents of new college students often worry that their students will receive the support they need to succeed in college.…

Letting College Students Rest During Holiday Breaks

1 year ago

In the past, I’ve offered college students ideas for filling their holiday breaks with internship and other career-oriented activities. On…

Connecting With Faculty

2 years ago

Faculty are the single most important group offering learning experiences for students at colleges. Working effectively with them should be…

Yes, Send Them CARE Packages

2 years ago

There is little that warms the hearts of college students more than receiving a CARE package from home. These bundles…