It's never too early to start thinking about the future
Career Concerns

Many students don't set foot in the campus Career Center until they're a senior, frantic to get their résumé critiqued so they can find a job. It's wise, however, to visit this helpful office early on—even during the first year—because career counselors can help students get on track and explore career options they may not have known about otherwise.[more]

Putting off 'til tomorrow what needs to be done today!
The Tendency to Procrastinate

Many students are afflicted with the procrastination tendency. Up to 70 percent of them identify as procrastinators, according to Psychology Today (Oct. 28, 2003). It's what keeps them up all night cramming or finishing papers. It's what causes them to tell you they'll do something but not follow through. It's an affliction with both mental and physical impacts.[more]

Academically Speaking

Now that your student has the fall semester under her belt, she's likely looking toward what the spring will bring. Will her classes be tough? Is she on academic warning or probation? Are there classes she's really looking forward to?[more]