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Parents - Be Cautious About Spring Break

March 5, 2013 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Spring break is just around the corner and college students everywhere are preparing for a change of pace. Although some students may use this time for rest and a chance to catch up with friends, and other students may be using the time to work to supplement their...

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Your Student’s Weekend Plans

February 28, 2013 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Getting home to visit family, catch up on sleep, get a few home-cooked meals, and even get some laundry done is not a bad thing. Occasionally, it may be just what your student needs. You’re anxious to see your student and find out how things are going. If your student...

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Resolutions for You and Your College Student

December 27, 2012 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
We’d like to offer some suggestions to keep in mind as you and your student think about creating your own resolutions for the fresh start that the second semester of the year offers. Give some thought to these characteristics of good resolutions as you consider what...

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Save Money on Dorm Room Furnishings

August 8, 2012 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Your college student will, of course, need to make some purchases to make her dorm room home. Decorating that first “home away from home” is part of the college experience. However, there are some ways in which your student can save on the costs of the...

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Welcoming Your College Student Home for Visits – What You Can Do To Prepare

November 15, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Your college student is coming home for his first real visit since he headed off to college. You’re excited – but also a bit nervous about what to expect. You know that he has changed – increased independence and responsibility are goals of the college...

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How Parents Can Help Make College Move-In Day A Success

July 27, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
After all of the months, and years, of preparing, it’s finally here! As college move-in day approaches, parents recognize the reality of having their student actually head off to college. Somehow, you know your student will eventually get packed,...

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Five Conversations Parents and College Students Should Have Before the First Year of College

June 22, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
The summer before your student heads of to college is an exciting, busy, and stressful time for everyone. There’s lots to do to prepare – forms to complete, finances to consider, orientations to attend, shopping to do. Your student may be working and is also...

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Teach Your College Student to Be a Packrat

June 16, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central

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Eight Decisions You and Your College Student Should Make Before College Begins

June 13, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
The summer before your student heads to college is a busy time. There may be an orientation for your student, and for you. There are things to buy for the new dorm room. Your student may be contacting her roommate. There are doctor and dentist...

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College Spring Break: Another “Letting Go” Experience for Parents

March 1, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central

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