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The Middlework of College

July 10, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
There is a lot of work that happens, for both you and your college student, as he transitions into college during the first year. Both you and your student have a lot to learn about the school, and you need to work on new ways of relating to each other as well. ...

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College Parent Orientation: A Key Beginning

July 5, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central

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Should My College Student Have a Car on Campus?

June 21, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Cars. Many of us spend a great deal of our time in them. Our teenagers can’t wait until they can get their license and gain some independence. Some surveys tell us that as many as 70% of college-age students own or have access to cars. Cars have...

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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 Students and Credit Cards – Helping Your College Student Make Wise Decisions

May 19, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Numbers can tell us a lot, and it is important that we consider the sometimes surprising numbers regarding college student use of credit cards. In this article, however, we consider not only the numbers, but also what parents might do to help their college...

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What is a College Orientation Leader?

April 30, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
College and university orientations for new students take many forms. Sometimes orientation may take place early in the summer and may be a day long or may involve an overnight. Orientation may take place just before the fall semester begins, with new students...

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When Should My College Student Choose a Major?

April 18, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central

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Will Your College Student Graduate On Time?

April 3, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central

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The Path To Graduation: The Fast Track

February 24, 2011 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Increasingly these days, many students are taking longer than four years to complete their undergraduate degree. In addition to those students who may take longer than the traditional four years to complete their degree, however, there are a growing number of...

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