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Affirming “Helicopter Parents”: How To Hover Constructively

August 20, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
The concept is certainly not new, but it warrants continual examination – and sometimes redefinition In this article, we consider the consequences of helicoptering and suggest some possible ways in which parents might hover productively.

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Affirming “Helicopter Parents”: A Look in the Mirror

August 18, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
The concept is certainly not new, but it warrants continual examination – and sometimes redefinition. In this article, we will examine some views on who helicopter parents are and how they operate. Who are today’s helicopter parents?

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Affirming “Helicopter Parents”: Redefining the Title

August 16, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
The concept of “Helicopter parents” is certainly not new, but it warrants continual examination – and sometimes redefinition. In this article, we look at the definition of helicopter parents, as well as some of the motivation behind parental hovering.

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What Parents Can Do To Support Their College Student Studying Abroad

August 13, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Your college student has headed off confidently (or perhaps with a bit of trepidation) on her study abroad experience. You are proud of her, excited for her, and perhaps, a bit concerned for her. You know that the experience is important and wonderful for her,...

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Helping Your College Student Prepare To Study Abroad

August 11, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Now that your student has decided to study abroad and has chosen an appropriate program, the real preparation begins. There is much to do to get ready for this new and exciting experience. As the college parent, your role will be largely supportive, but your...

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Understanding Why Your Son Or Daughter Wants to Study Abroad

August 9, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
We live today in a global society. Worldwide knowledge and experiences are becoming expected in the workplace. Many students consider studying abroad and look forward to the opportunity to spend some time in a foreign country during their college years. ...

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How College Parents Can Help Their College Student Avoid Sophomore Slump

July 28, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Once our college students complete that tumultuous first year of college, they face their sophomore year and the changes that it brings. As college parents, we can help our sophomore students by realizing that, for many students, the concept of sophomore slump really...

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Why You Should Encourage Your College Student to Use Her College E-Mail

July 23, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Our college students are members of the internet generation. They live with social media, and they use the internet for their source of music and entertainment. However, many of today’s college students do not turn to e-mail as a source of communication. ...

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How Parents Can Help College Students Understand General Education Requirements

July 21, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Most colleges require students to take a certain number of courses across the disciplines. These courses, known as General Education Requirements, or sometimes Liberal Arts Requirements, are the courses that students must take, in addition to the courses in their...

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Connecting With Your College Student By Phone – Changing Conversations

June 22, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
All phone conversations with your college student will be different. Sometimes he will have lots to tell you or ask you, and other times you will both be searching for things to say to each other. However the phone conversations go, they are important times for...

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