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College News for Back to School

Posted on September 4, 2014 by

Advice and tips on applications, college success, finding scholarships and more.  By Anne Vaccaro Brady Your college freshman has probably been on campus for at least a week, or your high school senior may just be starting classes, depending upon … Continue reading →

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Study Abroad—Start Planning Early

Posted on October 17, 2013 by

Freshman year is a good time to begin thinking about this opportunity. By Anne Vaccaro Brady I’m a strong believer in college students taking advantage of study abroad programs. The chance to travel, soak up another culture and experience life … Continue reading →

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Prepping Your College Freshman for the Second Semester

Posted on January 12, 2012 by

Whether a boarder or a commuter, your freshman likely faced a few blips the first semester.  by Anne Vaccaro Brady Don’t send your freshman back to college without addressing the issues that tripped them up last semester. Talking through some … Continue reading →

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Surviving the Long College Winter Break

Posted on December 15, 2011 by

This one lasts a few weeks, not just a few days.  by Anne Vaccaro Brady My mom often described this break as the one where she couldn’t wait for my sister or me to come home from college, but by … Continue reading →

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Surviving Your College Freshman’s First Semester

Posted on September 4, 2011 by

I heard a dynamic speaker at The Ohio State University orientation who discussed what freshman year is like for parents and their children. I asked if she would share some of that insight with my readers. She agreed. Here is … Continue reading →

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