Current Articles for Parents and Families
This page lists articles that may be of interest to parents and family members of college students. Links will be added periodically and articles may be removed as sources of information grow. Please check back periodically to see what's new here!
The Parent Trap
This article comes from the August, 2006 edition of Minnesota Monthly. It is an interesting piece for all parents, but for parents of new students in particular.
The Beloit Mindset List
Beloit College annually releases of list of cultural 'markers' that provide a little perspective regarding the mindset of each year's college/university entering class. This list is just about as entertaining as it might be helpful.
Q&A with St Olaf's First Year Dean
Interview printed in the September, 2006 St Olaf College enewsletter. Addresses issues related for first year students.
