What is spring break like for your college freshman? Help your freshman have a good spring break experience by seeing it from your freshman’s point of view.
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How to Show Your Freshman That Character Matters
How can college parents communicate that character matters? Exemplify that character matters through your own behavior. See how your actions and words influence your freshman’s character.
Putting the Care in Care Package
Do care packages matter to college freshmen? You rarely received one while in college. See why care packages matter, how often you should send them, and what items you should and shouldn’t include.
What Earning Bs Teaches College Freshmen
How is earning a B the best thing that can happen to your freshman? Achieving less than all As can teach your freshman many valuable lessons including these 4.
Doing Before Loving
Doing or loving? Which comes first? How is “doing what you love” harmful to your freshman’s college years and future career? Consider these questions.
What Valentine’s Day Means to Your Freshman
Does Valentine’s Day have any meaning to your freshman? This holiday is actually filled with pressure and feelings of anxiety for your freshman. How can you help?
When College Parents Should Step In
College parents work hard to let go, but when should they get involved? If your freshman faces any of these 4 situations, consider stepping in.
How to Help Your Sick College Freshman
Hearing about your freshman being sick at college is miserable. Why does she keep getting sick? How can you help? Learn how to help your freshman battle sickness!
“I Told You So”: The Most Discouraging Words for Your Freshman to Hear
“I told you so”—these words echo in your college freshman’s mind. You didn’t mean to discourage him, but your freshman feels discouraged for these 3 reasons.
Relationship Advice College Parents Should and Shouldn't Give
Relationships—whether romantic or not—are an important part of a college education. Give helpful relationship advice to your freshman as she learns to build relationships as a young adult.
Saying Goodbye to Your College Freshman Again
Saying goodbye only seems to get harder with each semester. But why? You now understand these 4 pressures facing your college freshman during second semester.
5 New Year’s Goals for Parents of College Freshmen
Making goals for the new year is not just for college freshmen. What 5 goals can college parents make that will help their freshmen succeed second semester?
5 Signs Your Freshman Shouldn't Return for Second Semester
Should your college freshman return to college? How can you determine he needs to grow up some? Recognize these 5 signs that he shouldn’t return for second semester.
3 Reasons Your College Freshman Loves Celebrating the Holidays
What do college parents need to know about the holidays? Your college freshman actually enjoys the holiday celebrations for these 3 reasons.
How to Prevent Conflict With Your Freshman Over Winter Break
Winter break with your college freshman comes with challenges. How can you enjoy break and prevent conflict? Use these 4 strategies to prepare for your freshman’s homecoming.
How Reminders Harm Your Relationship With Your Freshman
If you don’t remind your freshman, she might forget. Your texts and calls are all signs that you care. Do these reminders do more harm than good when it comes to your relationship with your college freshman?
What Every College Parent Should Know About the End of the Semester
Will your freshman make it to the end of the semester? College exams are quickly approaching. What can parents do to help with the end-of-the-semester push? Be aware of these 5 pressures facing your freshman.
The College Parent’s Guide to an Enjoyable Thanksgiving Break
How can you prepare for your freshman’s first Thanksgiving break? Follow this guide to avoid unnecessary stress and drama.
Pause Before Answering Your Freshman's Phone Calls
Should you be constantly available to your freshman’s calls? If your child calls more than a few times a day, consider sending some of his calls to voicemail.
5 Ways to Help Your College Freshman Salvage a Poor Semester
Your college freshman is struggling with her first semester classes. You’re far away from college, so you’re not sure how you offer any assistance. How can you possibly help your freshman?