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Being the parent of a college student isn’t easy. Wonderful moments, trying times, unexpected twists and turns, and great rewards. We're here to help.

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College can sometimes feel painfully lonely. Vicki and Lynn discuss reasons this is happening now, then share practical next steps for helping your student get out of their room, find welcoming places, and hang in long enough for things to shift. https://t.co/VfbkDG0I4C

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As parents shift from caretaking to coaching, it's natural to wonder who fills that support gap on campus. The good news? Your student is surrounded by more help than either of you might realize. https://t.co/NPjYUbtdfu

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There's a rhythm to the college year. Understanding what is happening for your student at different times will help you provide the support needed at just the right time. https://t.co/Fm2bu4opmt

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Listen to our conversation with two First Generation students now college advisors, who share the challenges these students face, and stress how essential it is to help them recognize the strengths they bring and help them celebrate their accomplishments. https://t.co/yPpB3tf3lr

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Oh, it's so hard for college students to get enough sleep! And oh, it's so important! Listen to our conversation with Lisa Lewis, who literally wrote the book on teen sleep. https://t.co/U4XsPer9By

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There's a rhythm to the academic year. Understanding it can help parents support their college student. In this podcast episode In this episode Lynn and Vicki took a tour through the college calendar. Know the important touchpoints. https://t.co/Fm2bu4opmt

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Oh, Those Noisy Dorms! Studying, sleeping, and how to get ahead of the problem. https://t.co/C6Ala5U8P2

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Senior year is a stressful and tricky year for high school students. But if your senior wants to be successful in college, there’s more work to be done than meets the eye — and many students and their parents may not realize all that they should be doing. https://t.co/4RvrRsVtPL

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Undecided, Undeclared, Open, Exploring: Your College Student’s Search for a Major https://t.co/WVOaYjuVJd

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Phone conversations with your student are a great way to stay in touch with your student’s life and for them to stay in touch with life at home. But just because technology allows instant contact, doesn’t mean every conversation will be satisfying. https://t.co/M926a1pk0C

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Two college parent questions: Who are today’s adjuncts and why do we have them? What should my student do if they have an adjunct as an instructor? We've got some answers. https://t.co/HheUZMrfNN

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You’re not going to live in your student’s college town, your student is. So why should you care about getting to know it?  Because you can help your student discover some new things — or let them show you what they've discovered, and — it can be fun! https://t.co/UVUzrIImDh

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Your student is off to college. It will take time to get used to the quieter house, less carpooling,calendar juggling and cleaning up. But for now, while you're looking for something to do and thinking about your student, here’s a homework assignment. https://t.co/SpbLUCLAVz

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News flash! College students don’t get enough sleep! Help your student understand the importance of sleep, and help them think about how to get more. https://t.co/e8wyPVPiCT

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The evidence is mounting, and the information is impressive.  What happens during the first six weeks of college may be important in determining a student’s ability to persist and graduate. https://t.co/OQDx6unwIc

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Stress is part of the college experience for many students. No, there isn’t a magic bullet.  But when your student doesn’t know what to do next, doing one thing over the next twenty-four hours to make a difference.  Just one. https://t.co/OOcEZroyrj

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It may have been hard to drop your student off at college. You’ll certainly miss your student. What you may or may not have thought about are some of the advantages of moving your college student out of the house and away at school. Yes, they exist! https://t.co/mEFLcMCln4

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It's that time of the semester. The reality has kicked in. Time to send your student a care package to brighten their day. Here are some ideas to get you started. https://t.co/FFeIs6tXz9

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Recognizing the Signs That Your College Student May Be in Trouble and How You Can Help https://t.co/F3iyVJWYUj

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What do you do if your student calls and is worried about grades, the amount and difficulty of the work, is aggravated at the professor, or is generally discouraged.? Here are some questions to ask. https://t.co/vgRETKWrB1