Mourning the Friendship Separation
Being separated from college friends during the summer hiatus can be traumatic and troubling for students.

The Facebook Phenomenon
Cyber communities or social networking sites such as Facebook.com and MySpace.com...

Technological Addiction and Isolation
It’s a beautiful, sunny day, the kind of day that makes it impossible to stay inside.

What Learning Style Does Your Student Use?
People process and absorb information in very different ways.

Seasonal Student Issues
There’s a seasonal ebb and flow when it comes to student issues.

10 Things Your Student Needs to Hear During Finals

  1. “We’re behind you.”

From the Dean of Students’ Desk
Welcome to the seventh issue of the 2005-06 academic year for Staying Connected, a newsletter for parents of first-year students.

10 Things Your Student Needs to Hear During Finals

  1. “We’re behind you.”
  2. “Do your best and show them what you’ve got.”
  3. “Sleep, fresh air and eating well are important, too. You can’t study ALL the time!”
  4. “Call if you need to talk.”
  5. “We believe in you.”
  6. “Focus during these last few weeks and summer break will feel even more worthwhile.”
  7. “I KNOW you’ve got it in you!”
  8. “We’re looking forward to having you home.”
  9. “We’ll celebrate when you’re done!”
  10. “You can do this. I know you can.”

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