Smallish University ... everything else is right
What are your students experiences with a 3000 size University? My daughter goes to a high school with almost that many lol-- but the fit otherwise is really right-- location, athletics, major, social...
View ArticleNational Merit pics make students feel bad
Traditionally, the front hall at our high school displays the photos of the current years 30 odd National Merit Semi-Finalists. The other 98% of the school is primarily covered with photos of athletes....
View ArticleJury Duty while in School
DS goes to school in MA. He just received a jury duty notice at our home address in MD for MA. It was mailed to an old MA address. According to the paperwork being a student does not excuse you nor...
View ArticleFederal Student Tax
I just wondering... Did anyone really pay the 'Federal Student Tax' to the scammers? See...
View ArticleMaking college ‘free’ will only make it worse
"… The hard truth, alas, is that higher education cannot possibly be free. In time, the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble — but no politician’s promise or electoral mandate will ever make the...
View Articlenaviance common app link
is the guidance counselor able to log into/view student's common app info once this link is established?
View ArticleJunior Schedule
ART HIST AP SPANISH 4 AP ENG 3 AP LANG US HIST AP CHEM AP CALC BC AP Open critique welcome. Pros? Cons?
View ArticleIvy Alumni
Do we have any parents here who did go to Ivy schools and they regret wasting money and think that they would pick affordable alternative if they have to make this decision again? Do you encourage your...
View ArticleTo move or not to move - need advice
We are currently residing in SoCal. My D is a straight A freshman in HS. She is also an editor for her school magazine, member of the school robotics team participating in many contests as well as a...
View ArticleOlder "non-traditional" students
As an older "non-traditional" student, I'm confused by how parents act and react when they learn there are older students going to college. Initially, they are fairrly cool about it. Not everyone gets...
View ArticleLike tiny houses? Try tiny dorms :)
At College of Wooster and soon, College of Charleston. They look pretty darn cool! https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2016/08/19/some-students-embrace-tiny-dorm-rooms
View ArticleThe Cost of College Admissions
I'm approaching my Junior year and I've started to keep notes of how costly the college admissions journey might be for me. I just wanted to ask you all how much money you believe you spent in total...
View ArticleI don't want to be a doctor.
I'm only a sophomore in high school, but I'm terrified. My parents really want me to be a doctor, and I just know that I can't be one. I just don't WANT to. I have no motivation to pursue that career....
View ArticleUniversity of Houston, Rice University
I am in Houston and am a retired social worker and mother of one former grad student. I am available for emergencies, help, guidance, talks, occasional coffee. To respect my time limitations, I wish to...
View ArticleAdjunct Faculty being Replaced with Tenure Track Faculty-Good for Students...
At many universities adjunct faculty have unionized in recent years, even at schools without faculty unions. At UMass Boston there are plans to replace adjunct faculty with full time tenure track...
View ArticleGeorgia Southern vs Georgia College and State U
Beyond the obvious size difference, what are some other comparisons or differences to be made between the 2 schools.? Both would be out of state for us but looking for Southern options and both schools...
View ArticleSpecific recommendations for college supplies/equipment?
I'm struggling to get DS ready to move into his dorm in a few short weeks. There are lists available, but I need specifics. Can anyone recommend specific: laptops? shower caddies? bed-rest cushions?...
View ArticleIs handwriting/printing still important in college?
Given prevalence of computers, I'm wondering if your sons/daughters found handwriting or printing skills - being able to write things down quickly and legibly - a necessity in college. I'd assume...
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