In my role of helping students succeed in college, I usually interact with parents in three different scenarios: during new student orientation, Family Weekend, and when parents are really upset.…
The Clery Act is named in memory of Jeanne Clery, a Lehigh University student who was raped and murdered in her Residence Hall in 1986. At the time of the…
Service centers such as the library, advising, campus dining, public safety offices, and student life or campus recreation offices are obvious standard ways colleges support students’ physical, social, and academic…
College students are taught that the next four years are the ones to look forward to and will someday be the ones they wish to return to. However, by encouraging…
Along with the heights and delights of being a part of an educational community, there are also moments that bring obstacles. Sometimes those challenging days stand alone, and in other…
One day, you're excitedly dropping your child off at preschool for a few hours, and the next, you're on the hunt, with a heavy heart, for extra-long twin bed sheets…
According to the Postsecondary National Policy Institute, students who identify as LGBTQ+ comprise an estimated 10% of the college population—that’s more than 2.5 million students. More and more parents and…
What to do before your freshman leaves home for college: A Way to Transfer Money: You may or may not need to give your student funds during the semester, but…
A few issues related to children reaching adulthood can be addressed to help put your mind at ease as you prepare to send your now-adult child off to college. Adjusting…
10 tips to help keep your child on track during their educational journey: Identify existing credits. When applying to college or entering the first semester, determine whether credits previously earned…
Here are 100 common skills college students need, but don’t always have: Say “no” Set and manage a goal with a timetable and milestones Communicate with professors and teaching assistants…