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1 in 10 Young College Graduates is ‘Idled’—What Parents Need to Know and Tips to Help
Last night a parent friend called me and talked about her older son moving home, and having a hard time finding work. After working hard on a degree in BioEngineering, he realized his true love was in the theater arts, but he also knew he needed to find work to support himself. So, for now,…
Dental Care Tips For College-Aged Students
College life is an exciting and transformative period filled with new experiences, academic challenges, and social activities. Amidst the hustle and bustle, it’s easy for students to overlook their dental health. However, maintaining good oral hygiene is crucial during these formative years, as it can have long-lasting impacts on overall health. Here’s a comprehensive guide…
Making the Most of a New Year: College Admissions Advice for 9th and 10th Grade Students
The start of a new year is the perfect time for ninth and tenth grade students to embark on their college admissions process with energy and enthusiasm. In fact, decisions taken by ninth and tenth grade students over the coming weeks will shape their future in a big way, which is why I’m happy to…
NFL Caliber Fitness Centers and Other Things My College Freshman Can Do Without
Dear College, Thank you for hosting my daughter and me for a campus tour. We had a great time. The campus was lovely. Our guide was perky, charming, and enthusiastic, and your facilities are amazing. So amazing, in fact, that I was a bit taken aback. I mean, WOW! For a minute I almost forgot…
Staying Out of Our Kids’ College Applications
I swore I would not be the kind of mom who micro-managed my kids’ college applications. No helicoptering for me. No sirree, I was too wise and evolved for that kind of shallow “my kids define me” mentality.
My grandparents and my parents went to college. I went to college. My kids work hard and play hard at good schools; all predictors were excellent that my children would go to college too.
That was the …