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#025 – College Parenting Up Close: When Your Student Lives at Home

November 27, 2021September 2, 2020 by Vicki Nelson

Your college student may be living at home out of choice or out of necessity. Whether they are taking fully online classes or commuting to campus, your role as a college parent changes and will require some new thinking and communication skills. In this episode Vicki and Lynn discuss some of the problems students living home may encounter and how to support your student in their transition. As you and your student continually re-evaluate your living situation and roles, you have the opportunity to establish lasting and rewarding ways of being together as adults.

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#024 – College Student Health – An Interview with Dr. Jill Grimes

July 14, 2022August 19, 2020 by Vicki Nelson

A major concern for almost everyone who has a child in college this fall is their student’s health in the midst of COVID-19. Whether your student is going to be on campus or learning remotely, there are some basic preventive practices that all students should know. In this episode, Lynn and Vicki talk with Dr. Jill Grimes, author of The Ultimate College Student Health Handbook, and specialist in college student health. Dr. Grimes shares valuable information, tips, and strategies about what to do and not to do to avoid getting sick. She also shares personal experiences and advice about common college student health questions, as well as essential tips for parents putting together that all-important college dorm first aid kit. Parents will feel informed and reassured after listening to Dr. Grimes’ frank discussion.

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#023 – Parental Anxiety: It’s Time to Look at Ourselves (instead of our college student)

December 3, 2021August 5, 2020 by Vicki Nelson

Anxiety is a part of our DNA as parents. It is normal and natural, but we have a responsibility to honestly look at it. We need to become aware of how our anxiety can affect our students, and discover strategies for all of us to find relief. In this episode, Lynn and Vicki begin by looking at some of the unintended messages we may be sending to our students when we are tempted to step in too quickly to fix their problems. This episode focuses on creative strategies for dealing with parental anxiety so that you can be better prepared to support your student.

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#022 – College Secrets of Highly Successful People: An Interview with Lindy and Tom Schneider

December 3, 2021July 15, 2020 by Vicki Nelson

Students and their parents focus a lot of energy on the process of getting into college. It is also essential to think about how students can use their college experiences to build a path to future success. In this interview, Vicki and Lynn talk with Lindy and Tom Schneider, authors of the book College Secrets of Highly Successful People and explore their tips for making the most of the opportunities college presents. They share some of the colorful stories of famous and not so famous people who have taken advantage of their college experiences to build successful careers. Tom and Lindy’s use of humor and real life, practical stories and suggestions make their book, and this podcast, especially enjoyable.

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#021 – College Roommates: Navigating This Complex Relationship

December 3, 2021July 1, 2020 by Vicki Nelson

The topic of college roommates looms large for many students and parents. It is common for students to feel anxious as many anticipate sharing a living space with a stranger for the first time. But with careful preparation, attention to communication, and an openness to new experiences, students can create a positive relationship with their roommate. In this episode, Vicki and Lynn discuss the important skills required and lessons learned from the work of building this important relationship.

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#020 – Our Favorite Summer Reads for College Parents

November 27, 2021June 17, 2020 by Vicki Nelson

Whether you are doing your reading this summer on the beach or safely at home, it is always nice to have some new book suggestions. In this episode Lynn and Vicki share some of the college parenting books they have found helpful. These books offer parents support, encouragement, guidance and suggestions for all stages of the college parenting journey. Some of these books are for parents and some should definitely be shared with your students.

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#018 – Spiritual Health and College Students – An Interview with Rev. Terry Hofmann

December 3, 2021May 20, 2020 by Vicki Nelson

We talk a lot about college student intellectual, social and emotional development, but there are fewer conversations around college students’ spiritual development. In this guest interview, Lynn and Vicki talk with Rev. Terry Hofmann who has served as a Director of Spiritual Life at a small liberal arts college for ten years. Terry brings to this conversation her wealth of knowledge and experience with college students as they explore their spiritual and religious identities. Terry shares ideas for supporting students in the various aspects of spiritual health and wellness.

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#017 – How to Move Forward After Academic Probation or Dismissal

December 3, 2021May 6, 2020 by Vicki Nelson

If your student is placed on probation or dismissed from college, it can feel devastating — like a virtual punch in the stomach — but this does not have to be the end of the road. In this episode, Vicki and Lynn suggest ways you can talk to your student about the situation. They help you understand what probation and dismissal mean, how to analyze what might have gone wrong, and create an action plan for next steps. No one begins college expecting to fail (though many may fear it.) Although this roadblock may feel overwhelming, focusing on moving forward will help you and your student find the opportunities this detour may provide.

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#015 – Special Episode – COVID-19 – One Month In: Challenges of Staying the Course

November 27, 2021April 15, 2020 by Vicki Nelson

Now that your student has transitioned to their new online college environment, they face new challenges. Staying motivated and focused isn’t easy. Students are overwhelmed by coursework, miss their friends and social life, and don’t know how long this new way of life will last. Although the college semester has a finish line, it still seems a long way off. In this episode Lynn and Vicki share with parents some observations about the specific challenges many students are facing right now both academically and in their daily lives as well as some suggestions for coping with these obstacles. Parents can’t fix all of their student’s issues, but understanding what they are can help parents provide the guidance students may need.

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#014 – The College Decision Dilemma: What Happens Once Those Admission Letters Arrive?

April 13, 2024April 1, 2020 by Vicki Nelson

The college admission process begins earlier and earlier and sometimes seems to go on forever. When those highly anticipated acceptance letters begin to arrive, the process enters a new phase. The ball is now in your student’s court to make a decision. What is your role as a parent at this stage? In this episode Vicki and Lynn unpack some of the emotions and practical steps you and your student can take as your student looks for the school with the best ”fit,” perhaps moves to their second choice of school, or copes with being on a Waitlist. As your student makes this final decision, everyone’s roles begin to shift.

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#025 – College Parenting Up Close: When Your Student Lives at Home

#024 – College Student Health – An Interview with Dr. Jill Grimes

#023 – Parental Anxiety: It’s Time to Look at Ourselves (instead of our college student)

#022 – College Secrets of Highly Successful People: An Interview with Lindy and Tom Schneider

#021 – College Roommates: Navigating This Complex Relationship

#020 – Our Favorite Summer Reads for College Parents

#018 – Spiritual Health and College Students – An Interview with Rev. Terry Hofmann

#017 – How to Move Forward After Academic Probation or Dismissal

#015 – Special Episode – COVID-19 – One Month In: Challenges of Staying the Course

#014 – The College Decision Dilemma: What Happens Once Those Admission Letters Arrive?

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