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Navigating the College Search: Build Your “College Compass”

For many families, the college search is stressful by nature. But what makes it even more challenging is that most begin the process without first understanding their student—the key player…

David Q. Hao, MA, JDOctober 1, 2025

Parenting

Setting Realistic Expectations For Dropping Off Your Student at College

Here are some ways to prepare as you get ready to move your student into their new community! 1. Take Your Time. Many universities will assign students a day and…

Megan FisherOctober 1, 2025

Student Life

Part Time Jobs in College: Balancing the Trade-Offs

At first glance, the answer seems obvious. A paycheck builds independence, teaches responsibility, and helps cover everyday costs. But like most things in college, it’s not that simple.For example, a…

David Q. Hao, MA, JDSeptember 14, 2025

Parenting Videos

When Your Freshman Calls Freaked Out

How to respond when your kid calls with first-year jitters from college savings advocate, Patricia Roberts. Tips from someone who’s been there–done that. 4974234

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.September 1, 2025

Parenting

From Parent to Coach: Support Without Smothering 

There’s a strange silence that follows the college drop-off. One moment you’re figuring out financial aid and twin XL sheets, the next you’re in a quiet kitchen wondering if they’re…

David Q. Hao, MA, JDJuly 23, 2025

Parenting Senior Student

Build Your Transition Team: How to Help Your Student Flourish in College

It’s overwhelming, awkward, and much harder than anyone admits. That’s why high-level executives never go it alone when they step into a new role. They build a Transition Team—a small…

David Q. Hao, MA, JDJuly 8, 2025

Senior Student Student Life

Dorm Room Shopping: Tips to Enjoy this Rite of Passage

As you embark on this adventure together, keep the following tips in mind to make the most of your experience. 1. Make a detailed list before you shop. Most schools…

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.July 2, 2025

Student Life

How To Get It All Done!

These activities are beneficial if they don’t replace the core reason for attending college: earning a degree. As your student prepares for college life, having a few tips and tools…

Jason Castles, Ed.D.June 20, 2025

Parenting

Celebrating Graduates with Overlooked Achievements

For students who have struggled along the way in one way or another, or whose plans are less certain or headline-worthy, it’s possible to feel overshadowed by this season of…

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.May 20, 2025

Parenting

Exhaling as Your Collegebound Teen Takes Flight

From campus tours and application season to financial aid forms and the long wait for admissions decisions, to the painstaking task of deciding which school to attend and how to…

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.May 8, 2025

Academic Success

Avoiding the Expense of Academic Delays

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…

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.May 4, 2025

Student Life

“Am I Enough?”

As powerful as this affirmation sounds, however, we must pause for a moment to consider—is this merely a great sounding statement, or do underrepresented students authentically own and take to…

Michelle Samuels-Jones, Ed.D.April 2, 2025

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