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College Lingo for College Parents: Talk the Talk! – Part 2

April 13, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Every profession, activity, or area of interest has its own jargon or set of specialized vocabulary. College is no different. College administrators, faculty members and students develop a set of short-hand terms that can be confusing to those not familiar with...

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Storing your college student's belongings over the summer.

April 8, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Your college student has almost made it through that tricky first year of college! She’s anxious for summer break and you are looking forward to having her home. But wait, you have a flash of memory of moving her to college last September! You remember the...

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The Course Syllabus: Roadmap to Success

April 7, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Almost every college course will begin with a syllabus. It is generally handed out to students on the first day of class. Some instructors may post their syllabi on line. The syllabus is the roadmap of the course. It lets the student know, at the...

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College Lingo for College Parents: Talk the Talk! – Part 1

April 6, 2009 - Vicki Nelson College Parent Central
Every profession, activity, or area of interest has its own jargon or set of specialized vocabulary. College is no different. College administrators, faculty members and students develop a set of short-hand terms that can be confusing to those not familiar with...

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